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Honda Cb 600 F-4 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Honda Cb 600 F-4 reliable? We analysed 5,377 real MOT tests across 427 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 5,377 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
84.8%
Typical Mileage
17,238mi
Annual Mileage
1,068mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
23yrs

The Honda Cb 600 F-4 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 stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Honda Cb 600 F-4.

Honda Cb 600 F-4 Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Honda Cb 600 F-4. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Honda Cb 600 F-4 MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Honda Cb 600 F-4 to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

83.7%
2006
85.8%
2005
84.2%
2004
82.8%
2003

Honda Cb 600 F-4 Problems — What Goes Wrong?

The most common reasons a Honda Cb 600 F-4 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 66
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 58
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 57
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 47
Drive chain excessively loose 27
reflector on motorcycle missing 18
Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation 17
Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick 17

Honda Cb 600 F-4 Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Honda Cb 600 F-4 models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 24

Honda Cb 600 F-4 Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Honda Cb 600 F-4 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
363 mi/yr
Typical
1,068 mi/yr
Average
1,990 mi/yr
Heavy usage
2,582 mi/yr

Honda Cb 600 F-4 MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Honda Cb 600 F-4 year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2006 300 83.7% 10,074 16,583 31,628
2005 1,935 85.8% 8,654 16,527 26,540
2004 2,764 84.2% 8,895 17,406 28,179
2003 279 82.8% 12,687 21,775 29,076

How Long Does a Honda Cb 600 F-4 Last?

Based on 427 Honda Cb 600 F-4 vehicles on UK roads.

Average
14.6 years
Median
17.0 years
Estimated max lifespan
23 years

Honda Cb 600 F-4 Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Honda Cb 600 F-4 MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
17,238 mi
75th Percentile
27,975 mi
95th Percentile
50,155 mi
Max Recorded
377,801 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Honda Cb 600 F-4

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

Best year
2005

85.8% MOT pass rate from 1,935 tests

Year to avoid
2003

82.8% MOT pass rate from 279 tests

The best year to buy a used Honda Cb 600 F-4 is 2005, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 85.8% across 1,935 tests. The 2003 model year has the lowest pass rate at 82.8% — 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-4 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-4 THIS CAR 84.8% 5,377 17,238 mi 23 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
Mv Agusta 750F4 S 89.3% 1,734 9,302 mi 26 yrs

Compared to the Honda Civic (73.7% pass rate) and the Honda Jazz (81.0% pass rate), the Honda Cb 600 F-4 outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Honda Cb 600 F-4?

The Honda Cb 600 F-4 has an overall MOT pass rate of 84.8% across 5,377 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-4 are tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (66 recorded failures), brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (58), and stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (57). 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.

On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Honda Cb 600 F-4 with an expired or recently passed MOT, ask the seller whether any dangerous faults were found and fixed during the last test.

A typical Honda Cb 600 F-4 owner drives around 1,068 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-4 models stay on UK roads for around 23 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-4 — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Honda Cb 600 F-4 reliable?
Based on 5,377 MOT tests, the Honda Cb 600 F-4 has a 84.8% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Honda Cb 600 F-4?
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 stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies. Check these on any test drive.
How many miles does a Honda Cb 600 F-4 do per year?
The typical Honda Cb 600 F-4 does around 1,068 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Honda Cb 600 F-4 last?
Most Honda Cb 600 F-4 models stay on UK roads for around 23 years based on our analysis of 427 vehicles.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Honda Cb 600 F-4?
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-4?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Honda Cb 600 F-4 is 2005 with a 85.8% pass rate across 1,935 tests.