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S298 KLP

1998 Honda VT600

Black Petrol 583cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Oct 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

35,074 mi
Last recorded35,074 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2025
Typical for 1998 Honda VT60013,472 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS298 KLP
MakeHonda
ModelVT600
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine583cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2025 35,074 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2024 35,022 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2023 34,969 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2022 34,913 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2022 34,913 miles

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

Pass 22 Sep 2021 34,860 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2020 34,802 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2019 34,722 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2018 34,655 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2017 34,529 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 6 Sep 2016 34,509 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 2 Jul 2015 34,465 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2014 34,267 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2013 34,062 miles
Pass 21 May 2012 33,875 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2011 33,649 miles
Pass 24 May 2010 33,278 miles

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

Pass 2 Jun 2009 32,910 miles
Pass 7 May 2008 32,366 miles
Pass 3 May 2007 32,118 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2006 31,449 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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S298 KLP is a 1998 Honda VT600 in Black with a 583cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 S298 KLP, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was S298 KLP registered?

S298 KLP is a 1998 Honda VT600, first registered on 20 November 1998.

Is S298 KLP safe to buy?

The MOT history for S298 KLP shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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