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R453 HGJ

1997 Honda VT600C

Black Petrol 583cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Mar 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

11,020 mi
Last recorded11,020 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda VT600C13,268 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR453 HGJ
MakeHonda
ModelVT600C
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine583cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2026 11,020 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2025 10,835 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2024 10,588 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Mar 2023 10,386 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2022 10,084 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm also has age related cracking as over 20 years old (5.2.3 (e))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 1 Apr 2021 9,736 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2020 9,505 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 21 Mar 2019 9,261 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 4 Apr 2018 8,871 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 20 Apr 2017 8,604 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 8 Apr 2016 8,268 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2015 7,904 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2014 7,498 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2013 6,927 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2012 6,692 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2011 5,841 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 7 Apr 2010 4,706 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2009 4,275 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2008 3,291 miles

rear tyre sidewalls slightly perished

Fail 23 Apr 2007 2,127 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 23 Apr 2007 2,127 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2006 1,106 miles

How Reliable is the Honda VT600C?

Based on 1,433 MOT tests across 141 vehicles.

84.0%
Pass Rate
435
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
141
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 24
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 19
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 10
Horn not working 8
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 8
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R453 HGJ is a 1997 Honda VT600C in Black with a 583cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

Across all 1997 Honda VT600C models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.0% with a typical mileage of 13,268 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda VT600C fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 24 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R453 HGJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VT600C typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 29 years old, this Honda VT600C is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R453 HGJ registered?

R453 HGJ is a 1997 Honda VT600C, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R453 HGJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for R453 HGJ shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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