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S788 SVM

1998 Honda VT600C

Black Petrol 583cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Dec 2020
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

42,427 mi
Last recorded42,427 miles
Recorded on30 Nov 2019
Typical for 1998 Honda VT600C12,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS788 SVM
MakeHonda
ModelVT600C
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine583cc
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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Nov 2019 42,427 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2018 39,414 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 29 Nov 2018 39,414 miles

All direction indicators missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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))

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

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

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

Front Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up (5.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre has ply or cord exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Riders seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Oct 2017 31,336 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 30 Sep 2016 28,381 miles

exhaust loud but not excessive

Pass 30 Sep 2015 22,667 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2014 17,618 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2013 13,194 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2012 9,018 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2011 4,439 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2007 4,409 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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S788 SVM is a 1998 Honda VT600C in Black with a 583cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1998 Honda VT600C models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.5% with a typical mileage of 12,978 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 S788 SVM, 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 28 years old, this Honda VT600C is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was S788 SVM registered?

S788 SVM is a 1998 Honda VT600C, first registered on 7 September 1998.

Is S788 SVM safe to buy?

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