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Honda Cb 600 F-2 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Honda Cb 600 F-2 reliable? We analysed 7,092 real MOT tests across 531 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 7,092 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
83.9%
Typical Mileage
17,017mi
Annual Mileage
915mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
24yrs

The Honda Cb 600 F-2 is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick and shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Honda Cb 600 F-2.

Honda Cb 600 F-2 Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Honda Cb 600 F-2. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Honda Cb 600 F-2 MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Honda Cb 600 F-2 to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

86.8%
2004
83.1%
2003
84%
2002

Honda Cb 600 F-2 Problems — What Goes Wrong?

The most common reasons a Honda Cb 600 F-2 fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 108
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 83
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 58
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 52
Drive chain excessively loose 48
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 37
reflector on motorcycle missing 36
Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation 24
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 23

Honda Cb 600 F-2 Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Honda Cb 600 F-2 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
280 mi/yr
Typical
915 mi/yr
Average
1,870 mi/yr
Heavy usage
2,280 mi/yr

Honda Cb 600 F-2 MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Honda Cb 600 F-2 year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2004 114 86.8% 11,062 20,786 29,297
2003 2,934 83.1% 9,248 16,790 27,297
2002 3,841 84.0% 9,257 16,524 25,953

How Long Does a Honda Cb 600 F-2 Last?

Based on 531 Honda Cb 600 F-2 vehicles on UK roads.

Average
16.3 years
Median
18.0 years
Estimated max lifespan
24 years

Honda Cb 600 F-2 Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Honda Cb 600 F-2 MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
17,017 mi
75th Percentile
26,742 mi
95th Percentile
46,136 mi
Max Recorded
418,776 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Honda Cb 600 F-2

Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.

Best year
2004

86.8% MOT pass rate from 114 tests

Year to avoid
2003

83.1% MOT pass rate from 2,934 tests

The best year to buy a used Honda Cb 600 F-2 is 2004, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 86.8% across 114 tests. The 2003 model year has the lowest pass rate at 83.1% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the Honda Cb 600 F-2 Compare?

MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Honda Cb 600 F-2 THIS CAR 83.9% 7,092 17,017 mi 24 yrs
Honda Civic 73.7% 9,391,580 74,987 mi 34 yrs
Honda Jazz 81% 5,740,892 48,635 mi 24 yrs
Honda Cr-v 78.5% 4,177,643 80,499 mi 29 yrs
Volkswagen Passat S TDI 105 75.6% 4,788 153,264 mi — yrs

Compared to the Honda Civic (73.7% pass rate) and the Honda Jazz (81.0% pass rate), the Honda Cb 600 F-2 outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Honda Cb 600 F-2?

The Honda Cb 600 F-2 has an overall MOT pass rate of 83.9% across 7,092 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.

The most common problems on the Honda Cb 600 F-2 are tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (108 recorded failures), brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (83), and shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (58). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.

A typical Honda Cb 600 F-2 owner drives around 915 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.

In terms of longevity, most Honda Cb 600 F-2 models stay on UK roads for around 24 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.

Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.

Honda Cb 600 F-2 — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Honda Cb 600 F-2 reliable?
Based on 7,092 MOT tests, the Honda Cb 600 F-2 has a 83.9% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Honda Cb 600 F-2?
The most common MOT failures are tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, and shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil. Check these on any test drive.
How many miles does a Honda Cb 600 F-2 do per year?
The typical Honda Cb 600 F-2 does around 915 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Honda Cb 600 F-2 last?
Most Honda Cb 600 F-2 models stay on UK roads for around 24 years based on our analysis of 531 vehicles.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Honda Cb 600 F-2?
Yes. An MOT pass rate tells you about the model in general, but a vehicle history check reveals the specific car's finance, stolen, write-off and mileage history — things the seller may not disclose.
What is the best year to buy a Honda Cb 600 F-2?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Honda Cb 600 F-2 is 2004 with a 86.8% pass rate across 114 tests.