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K579 PLT

1993 Honda VT1100

Red Petrol 1100cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 May 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

26,728 mi
Last recorded26,728 miles
Recorded on15 May 2026
Typical for 1993 Honda VT110027,894 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK579 PLT
MakeHonda
ModelVT1100
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,100cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 May 2026 26,728 miles

exhaust noisey.

Fail 15 May 2026 26,728 miles

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

exhaust noisey.

Pass 14 Sep 2024 25,368 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2021 24,498 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2020 22,515 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 22 Feb 2017 21,820 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2015 21,328 miles
Pass 14 May 2014 20,130 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2012 19,818 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2011 19,366 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2010 18,573 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2010 18,573 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Pass 8 Jul 2009 18,052 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2008 17,848 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2007 15,988 miles
Pass 23 May 2006 14,467 miles

How Reliable is the Honda VT1100?

Based on 2,360 MOT tests across 234 vehicles.

84.3%
Pass Rate
598
Miles/Year
41
Year Lifespan
234
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 14
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 13
reflector on motorcycle missing 11
wheel bearings are excessively rough 9
wheel bearings have excessive free play 9
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K579 PLT is a 1993 Honda VT1100 in Red with a 1,100cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1993 Honda VT1100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.0% with a typical mileage of 27,894 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda VT1100 fails its MOT is exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition, accounting for 14 recorded failures. If you're considering buying K579 PLT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VT1100 typically stays on UK roads for around 41 years. At 33 years old, this Honda VT1100 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was K579 PLT registered?

K579 PLT is a 1993 Honda VT1100, first registered on 31 December 1993.

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The MOT history for K579 PLT shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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