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R474 VGC

1998 Honda NT650V

White Petrol 647cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Nov 2026
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

55,973 mi
Last recorded55,973 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2025
Typical for 1998 Honda NT650V32,334 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR474 VGC
MakeHonda
ModelNT650V
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine647cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2025 55,973 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2024 52,236 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2022 51,261 miles

Central Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both fork seals misting (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 16 Jun 2021 50,310 miles

Central Rear Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced frame has corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Central Rear Lower Road spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Jun 2020 49,909 miles

Central Rear Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear swing arm corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Front Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Offside Front Upper Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 27 Jun 2019 49,062 miles

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

Pass 29 Jun 2018 47,755 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 5 Jul 2017 46,341 miles

Central Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake Brakes on both sides are sticking due to lack of use. (3.3.C2d)

Central Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded Rear swing arm has corrosion (6.1.1a)

Pass 4 Apr 2016 46,233 miles

Centre Rear Inner Rear suspension component slightly corroded. swinging arm (2.4.A.1a)

Pass 13 Apr 2015 45,611 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2014 44,384 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2013 43,575 miles
Pass 14 May 2012 43,277 miles

fork tubes pitted

Fail 12 May 2012 43,277 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

fork tubes pitted

Pass 22 Apr 2011 43,024 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 28 Apr 2010 42,771 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2010 42,771 miles

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Registration plate font not substantially similar to the prescribed font (6.3.4d)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 28 Feb 2009 42,248 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2009 42,233 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 27 Feb 2008 41,154 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 27 Feb 2008 41,154 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 21 Feb 2007 33,610 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2005 23,868 miles

How Reliable is the Honda NT650V?

Based on 55,724 MOT tests across 4,370 vehicles.

85.0%
Pass Rate
1,241
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
4,370
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,032
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 892
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 828
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 436
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 307
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R474 VGC is a 1998 Honda NT650V in White with a 647cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

Across all 1998 Honda NT650V models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.0% with a typical mileage of 32,334 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 NT650V fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,032 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R474 VGC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda NT650V typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 28 years old, this Honda NT650V is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R474 VGC registered?

R474 VGC is a 1998 Honda NT650V, first registered on 9 July 1998.

Is R474 VGC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R474 VGC shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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