Honda Cbr 600 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Honda Cbr 600 reliable? We analysed 5,328 real MOT tests across 563 vehicles to find out.
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The Honda Cbr 600 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 shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Honda Cbr 600.
Honda Cbr 600 Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Honda Cbr 600. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Honda Cbr 600 MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Honda Cbr 600 to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Honda Cbr 600 Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Honda Cbr 600 fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Honda Cbr 600 Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Honda Cbr 600 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Honda Cbr 600 MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Honda Cbr 600 year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | 172 | 89.5% | 6,590 | 14,222 | 26,007 |
| 2007 | 56 | 82.1% | 15,933 | 22,570 | 27,740 |
| 2006 | 119 | 91.6% | 7,776 | 11,084 | 17,667 |
| 2005 | 139 | 84.2% | 6,158 | 10,549 | 21,270 |
| 2004 | 184 | 83.7% | 11,198 | 17,740 | 24,262 |
| 2003 | 192 | 82.8% | 10,844 | 16,342 | 21,656 |
| 2002 | 200 | 78.5% | 10,669 | 18,218 | 25,399 |
| 2001 | 266 | 85.3% | 14,432 | 21,850 | 33,775 |
| 2000 | 298 | 83.2% | 13,603 | 23,447 | 31,143 |
| 1999 | 275 | 85.1% | 15,025 | 21,954 | 29,958 |
| 1998 | 546 | 80.2% | 20,059 | 29,684 | 37,900 |
| 1997 | 573 | 85.3% | 18,367 | 25,510 | 36,849 |
| 1996 | 593 | 83.5% | 16,178 | 27,215 | 38,803 |
| 1995 | 383 | 81.5% | 21,714 | 29,204 | 37,747 |
| 1994 | 318 | 80.8% | 23,303 | 30,171 | 37,838 |
| 1993 | 315 | 81.0% | 28,155 | 36,196 | 41,857 |
| 1992 | 200 | 78.0% | 24,092 | 31,818 | 38,635 |
| 1991 | 200 | 78.5% | 35,606 | 40,933 | 47,166 |
| 1990 | 54 | 75.9% | 10,130 | 19,080 | 34,371 |
How Long Does a Honda Cbr 600 Last?
Based on 563 Honda Cbr 600 vehicles on UK roads.
Honda Cbr 600 Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Honda Cbr 600 MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Honda Cbr 600
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
91.6% MOT pass rate from 119 tests
75.9% MOT pass rate from 54 tests
The best year to buy a used Honda Cbr 600 is 2006, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 91.6% across 119 tests. The 1990 model year has the lowest pass rate at 75.9% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Honda Cbr 600 Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Honda Cbr 600 THIS CAR | 82.9% | 5,328 | 25,468 mi | 36 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 |
| Hymer Unknown | 87.7% | 2,106 | 21,769 mi | 13 yrs |
Compared to the Honda Civic (73.7% pass rate) and the Honda Jazz (81.0% pass rate), the Honda Cbr 600 outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Honda Cbr 600Should you buy a used Honda Cbr 600?
The Honda Cbr 600 has an overall MOT pass rate of 82.9% across 5,328 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 Cbr 600 are tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (91 recorded failures), stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (52), and shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (47). 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 Cbr 600 owner drives around 791 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 Cbr 600 models stay on UK roads for around 36 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.