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N579 BTJ

1996 Honda VT600

Black Petrol 583cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 May 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

21,942 mi
Last recorded21,942 miles
Recorded on6 May 2026
Typical for 1996 Honda VT60017,212 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN579 BTJ
MakeHonda
ModelVT600
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine583cc
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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 May 2026 21,942 miles
Pass 6 May 2025 21,134 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2025 21,132 miles

Fuel system component leaking excessively or a risk of fire from carb (6.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Apr 2024 20,888 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2024 20,888 miles

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

Pass 20 Feb 2023 20,546 miles
Pass 28 May 2021 19,935 miles
Pass 27 May 2020 19,689 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2016 17,718 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 19 Feb 2015 14,492 miles

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

Pass 1 Mar 2014 13,328 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2013 12,153 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 17 Jan 2012 10,443 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2011 8,961 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2010 7,774 miles

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

Pass 30 Aug 2008 5,534 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 8 Sep 2007 4,440 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2006 3,886 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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N579 BTJ is a 1996 Honda VT600 in Black with a 583cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1996 Honda VT600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.6% with a typical mileage of 17,212 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 N579 BTJ, 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 30 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 N579 BTJ registered?

N579 BTJ is a 1996 Honda VT600, first registered on 24 May 1996.

Is N579 BTJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for N579 BTJ shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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