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R448 OUS

1998 Honda VT600

Black Petrol 583cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2026
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

99,811 mi
Last recorded99,811 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2025
Typical for 1998 Honda VT60013,472 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR448 OUS
MakeHonda
ModelVT600
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine583cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2025 99,811 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2024 95,420 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 25 Apr 2024 95,326 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Stop lamp not working foot brake control (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Pass 31 Mar 2023 87,209 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 5 May 2021 79,362 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Front Outer Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 21 Feb 2020 79,362 miles

Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 11 Feb 2020 79,362 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Dipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on dipped beam (4.1.3 (b))

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

How Reliable is the Honda VT600?

Based on 6,311 MOT tests across 627 vehicles.

83.7%
Pass Rate
395
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
627
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 101
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 73
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 52
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on 33
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 32
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R448 OUS is a 1998 Honda VT600 in Black with a 583cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1998 Honda VT600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.2% with a typical mileage of 13,472 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Honda VT600 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 101 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R448 OUS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VT600 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 28 years old, this Honda VT600 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R448 OUS registered?

R448 OUS is a 1998 Honda VT600, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R448 OUS safe to buy?

The MOT history for R448 OUS shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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