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W97 DWY

2000 Honda VT600C

Red Petrol 583cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Aug 2023
Tests24 (17 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate70.8%

Mileage

80,008 mi
Last recorded80,008 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2022
Typical for 2000 Honda VT600C12,636 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW97 DWY
MakeHonda
ModelVT600C
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine583cc
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MOT History

17 pass 7 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2022 80,008 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 4 Aug 2022 80,003 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front front forks inadequate travel

Pass 9 Feb 2021 77,177 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 9 Feb 2021 77,177 miles

Central Lower Sidecar structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 11 Feb 2020 75,244 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy slightly noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 11 Feb 2020 75,244 miles

Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Exhaust noisy slightly noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 6 Feb 2019 71,265 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2018 68,069 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Feb 2017 64,756 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Fail 3 Feb 2017 64,752 miles

Front Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 4 Aug 2016 63,313 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 30 Jul 2015 60,076 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 30 Jul 2015 60,076 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2014 55,767 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2013 51,235 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2012 47,404 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2012 47,404 miles

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 4 Aug 2011 44,835 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2010 43,208 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2009 38,441 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2008 34,499 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2007 31,731 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2006 28,726 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2006 28,726 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

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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W97 DWY is a 2000 Honda VT600C in Red with a 583cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.8%.

Across all 2000 Honda VT600C models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.5% with a typical mileage of 12,636 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 VT600C fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 24 recorded failures. If you're considering buying W97 DWY, 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 26 years old, this Honda VT600C is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was W97 DWY registered?

W97 DWY is a 2000 Honda VT600C, first registered on 12 July 2000.

Is W97 DWY safe to buy?

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