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R770 AKO

1997 Honda VT600C

Black Petrol 583cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2022
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

30,113 mi
Last recorded30,113 miles
Recorded on1 May 2021
Typical for 1997 Honda VT600C13,268 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR770 AKO
MakeHonda
ModelVT600C
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine583cc
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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 May 2021 30,113 miles

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

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

Fail 24 Apr 2021 30,098 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 16 Jul 2018 28,734 miles

clutch lever bracket damaged

exhaust stud broken in rear cylinder head

Fail 19 Jun 2018 28,734 miles

Drive chain worn to excess seized (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.4 (a))

Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick on metal (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Clutch mounting bracket damaged

Exhaust stud broken in rear cylinder

Fail 29 Aug 2017 36,795 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

No rear number plate light

Pass 9 Sep 2016 32,757 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2015 30,405 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2010 28,559 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2010 28,559 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 1 Sep 2009 27,109 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2009 27,109 miles

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

Pass 30 Apr 2008 24,670 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2007 23,304 miles
Pass 3 May 2006 22,451 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2006 22,278 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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R770 AKO is a 1997 Honda VT600C in Black with a 583cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R770 AKO, 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 R770 AKO registered?

R770 AKO is a 1997 Honda VT600C, first registered on 19 December 1997.

Is R770 AKO safe to buy?

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