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R980 MOU

1998 Honda VT600

Purple Petrol 583cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Mar 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

32,233 mi
Last recorded32,233 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2026
Typical for 1998 Honda VT60013,472 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR980 MOU
MakeHonda
ModelVT600
Year1998
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine583cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2026 32,233 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2025 31,751 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2024 40,597 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2022 30,679 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2019 30,674 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2018 30,664 miles

Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 3 Jul 2017 30,642 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2016 30,470 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2015 30,278 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 9 Jul 2014 29,869 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 27 Jun 2013 29,572 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 27 Jun 2012 29,188 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2011 29,012 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2010 28,647 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 29 Jun 2009 28,128 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 26 Jun 2008 27,098 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2007 25,811 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2006 23,353 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2006 23,353 miles

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

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

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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R980 MOU is a 1998 Honda VT600 in Purple with a 583cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

Across all 1998 Honda VT600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.2% with a typical mileage of 13,472 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 R980 MOU, 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 28 years old, this Honda VT600 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R980 MOU registered?

R980 MOU is a 1998 Honda VT600, first registered on 11 June 1998.

Is R980 MOU safe to buy?

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