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Honda Cb 600 F-6 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Honda Cb 600 F-6 reliable? We analysed 4,346 real MOT tests across 368 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 4,346 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
86.0%
Typical Mileage
16,129mi
Annual Mileage
1,035mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
20yrs

The Honda Cb 600 F-6 is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies and brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Honda Cb 600 F-6.

Honda Cb 600 F-6 Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Honda Cb 600 F-6. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Honda Cb 600 F-6 MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Honda Cb 600 F-6 to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

86.4%
2007
85.4%
2006

Honda Cb 600 F-6 Problems — What Goes Wrong?

The most common reasons a Honda Cb 600 F-6 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 39
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 27
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 24
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 16
Headlamp aim too low 14
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 13
Horn not working 12

Honda Cb 600 F-6 Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Honda Cb 600 F-6 models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 13
Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick 12

Honda Cb 600 F-6 Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Honda Cb 600 F-6 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
326 mi/yr
Typical
1,035 mi/yr
Average
1,804 mi/yr
Heavy usage
2,347 mi/yr

Honda Cb 600 F-6 MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Honda Cb 600 F-6 year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2007 1,291 86.4% 8,347 15,122 24,790
2006 2,901 85.4% 9,386 16,527 27,857

How Long Does a Honda Cb 600 F-6 Last?

Based on 368 Honda Cb 600 F-6 vehicles on UK roads.

Average
14.2 years
Median
17.0 years
Estimated max lifespan
20 years

Honda Cb 600 F-6 Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Honda Cb 600 F-6 MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
16,129 mi
75th Percentile
26,858 mi
95th Percentile
46,944 mi
Max Recorded
640,860 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Honda Cb 600 F-6

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

Best year
2007

86.4% MOT pass rate from 1,291 tests

Year to avoid
2006

85.4% MOT pass rate from 2,901 tests

The best year to buy a used Honda Cb 600 F-6 is 2007, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 86.4% across 1,291 tests. The 2006 model year has the lowest pass rate at 85.4% — 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-6 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-6 THIS CAR 86.0% 4,346 16,129 mi 20 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
Mercedes-benz S 350 L Grand ED Executive D A 91.9% 1,995 47,024 mi — yrs

Compared to the Honda Civic (73.7% pass rate) and the Honda Jazz (81.0% pass rate), the Honda Cb 600 F-6 outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Honda Cb 600 F-6?

The Honda Cb 600 F-6 has an overall MOT pass rate of 86.0% across 4,346 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-6 are tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (39 recorded failures), stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (27), and brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (24). 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-6 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-6 owner drives around 1,035 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-6 models stay on UK roads for around 20 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-6 — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Honda Cb 600 F-6 reliable?
Based on 4,346 MOT tests, the Honda Cb 600 F-6 has a 86.0% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Honda Cb 600 F-6?
The most common MOT failures are tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, and brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick. Check these on any test drive.
How many miles does a Honda Cb 600 F-6 do per year?
The typical Honda Cb 600 F-6 does around 1,035 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Honda Cb 600 F-6 last?
Most Honda Cb 600 F-6 models stay on UK roads for around 20 years based on our analysis of 368 vehicles.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Honda Cb 600 F-6?
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-6?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Honda Cb 600 F-6 is 2007 with a 86.4% pass rate across 1,291 tests.