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T285 JYC

1999 Honda VT600

Red Petrol 583cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 May 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

3,218 mi
Last recorded3,218 miles
Recorded on18 May 2026
Typical for 1999 Honda VT60017,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT285 JYC
MakeHonda
ModelVT600
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine583cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 May 2026 3,218 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2026 3,204 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 15 May 2025 3,037 miles
Fail 12 May 2025 3,027 miles

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

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

Pass 15 May 2024 2,912 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2023 2,872 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2022 2,785 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2021 2,733 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2020 2,497 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2019 2,411 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2018 2,219 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2017 2,125 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2016 1,796 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2015 1,789 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 15 Apr 2015 1,789 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2013 1,749 miles
Pass 23 May 2012 692 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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T285 JYC is a 1999 Honda VT600 in Red with a 583cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 1999 Honda VT600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.2% with a typical mileage of 17,468 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 VT600 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 101 recorded failures. If you're considering buying T285 JYC, 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 27 years old, this Honda VT600 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of T285 JYC?

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What year was T285 JYC registered?

T285 JYC is a 1999 Honda VT600, first registered on 1 April 1999.

Is T285 JYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for T285 JYC shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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