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R818 YCH

1998 Honda NTV650

Beige Petrol 647cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Sep 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

28,201 mi
Last recorded28,201 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2025
Typical for 1998 Honda NTV65032,924 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR818 YCH
MakeHonda
ModelNTV650
Year1998
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine647cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2025 28,201 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Headlamp lens slightly defective beam bender sticker fitted (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Aug 2023 27,444 miles

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

Pass 23 Aug 2022 25,906 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2014 25,685 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Pass 15 Jun 2013 25,559 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Pass 25 Feb 2012 25,038 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Pass 29 Oct 2010 24,475 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Fail 29 Oct 2010 24,475 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Pass 10 Aug 2009 22,056 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Fail 30 Aug 2008 17,851 miles

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Nearside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 30 Aug 2008 17,851 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2007 15,965 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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

Upper Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 1 Sep 2006 14,345 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

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

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

How Reliable is the Honda NTV650?

Based on 13,733 MOT tests across 1,325 vehicles.

82.5%
Pass Rate
1,163
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
1,325
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 237
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 226
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 182
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 182
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 113
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R818 YCH is a 1998 Honda NTV650 in Beige with a 647cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 1998 Honda NTV650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.0% with a typical mileage of 32,924 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda NTV650 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 237 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R818 YCH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda NTV650 typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 28 years old, this Honda NTV650 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R818 YCH registered?

R818 YCH is a 1998 Honda NTV650, first registered on 20 June 1998.

Is R818 YCH safe to buy?

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