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R563 BHU

1997 Honda VT600

Black Petrol 583cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 May 2027
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

301 mi
Last recorded301 miles
Recorded on27 May 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda VT60013,107 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR563 BHU
MakeHonda
ModelVT600
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine583cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 May 2026 301 miles
Pass 31 May 2025 254 miles
Fail 31 May 2025 254 miles

Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Dec 2023 213 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2022 133 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 8 Jul 2022 133 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Jul 2021 7 miles

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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R563 BHU is a 1997 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 1997 Honda VT600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.1% with a typical mileage of 13,107 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 R563 BHU, 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 29 years old, this Honda VT600 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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How do I check the history of R563 BHU?

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What year was R563 BHU registered?

R563 BHU is a 1997 Honda VT600, first registered on 28 August 1997.

Is R563 BHU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R563 BHU 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.

Does R563 BHU have outstanding finance?

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