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R970 MDP

1997 Honda VT600C

Black Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jun 2027
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

7,129 mi
Last recorded7,129 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda VT600C13,268 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR970 MDP
MakeHonda
ModelVT600C
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2026 7,129 miles

No front mudguard/fork brace missing.

Rear Position lamp obviously incorrectly positioned (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Rear Stop lamp obviously incorrectly positioned (4.3.3 (a) (i))

No rear mudguard or tyre shield fitted,

Fail 19 Jun 2026 7,129 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

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))

No front mudguard/fork brace missing.

Rear Position lamp obviously incorrectly positioned (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Rear Stop lamp obviously incorrectly positioned (4.3.3 (a) (i))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

No rear mudguard or tyre shield fitted,

Pass 21 Jun 2025 5,709 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2025 5,699 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Jun 2009 5,530 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2009 5,527 miles

Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Pass 7 Sep 2007 5,307 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2006 5,116 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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R970 MDP is a 1997 Honda VT600C in Black with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 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 R970 MDP, 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 R970 MDP registered?

R970 MDP is a 1997 Honda VT600C, first registered on 13 August 1997.

Is R970 MDP safe to buy?

The MOT history for R970 MDP shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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