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Honda Cbr 600 F6 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Honda Cbr 600 F6 reliable? We analysed 4,894 real MOT tests across 415 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 4,894 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
89.4%
Typical Mileage
14,524mi
Annual Mileage
849mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
20yrs

The Honda Cbr 600 F6 is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm and stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Honda Cbr 600 F6.

Honda Cbr 600 F6 Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Honda Cbr 600 F6. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Honda Cbr 600 F6 MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Honda Cbr 600 F6 to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

86.3%
2008
90.2%
2007
89.3%
2006
87.1%
2005

Honda Cbr 600 F6 Problems — What Goes Wrong?

The most common reasons a Honda Cbr 600 F6 fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 36
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 30
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 25
Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation 16
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 14
Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick 11
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 8

Honda Cbr 600 F6 Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Honda Cbr 600 F6 models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.

Valve stem seriously damaged 11
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 10

Honda Cbr 600 F6 Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Honda Cbr 600 F6 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
279 mi/yr
Typical
849 mi/yr
Average
1,636 mi/yr
Heavy usage
2,069 mi/yr

Honda Cbr 600 F6 MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Honda Cbr 600 F6 year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2008 190 86.3% 11,314 18,280 34,754
2007 1,144 90.2% 7,867 13,942 22,562
2006 3,309 89.3% 8,375 14,294 24,012
2005 147 87.1% 8,830 21,796 34,059

How Long Does a Honda Cbr 600 F6 Last?

Based on 415 Honda Cbr 600 F6 vehicles on UK roads.

Average
14.7 years
Median
17.0 years
Estimated max lifespan
20 years

Honda Cbr 600 F6 Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Honda Cbr 600 F6 MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
14,524 mi
75th Percentile
24,474 mi
95th Percentile
45,719 mi
Max Recorded
98,837 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Honda Cbr 600 F6

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

Best year
2007

90.2% MOT pass rate from 1,144 tests

Year to avoid
2008

86.3% MOT pass rate from 190 tests

The best year to buy a used Honda Cbr 600 F6 is 2007, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 90.2% across 1,144 tests. The 2008 model year has the lowest pass rate at 86.3% — 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 F6 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 F6 THIS CAR 89.4% 4,894 14,524 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
Toyota Avensis Icon D-4D 91.8% 3,365 95,459 mi — yrs

Compared to the Honda Civic (73.7% pass rate) and the Honda Jazz (81.0% pass rate), the Honda Cbr 600 F6 outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Honda Cbr 600 F6?

The Honda Cbr 600 F6 has an overall MOT pass rate of 89.4% across 4,894 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 F6 are shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (36 recorded failures), tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (30), and stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (25). 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 valve stem seriously damaged. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Honda Cbr 600 F6 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 Cbr 600 F6 owner drives around 849 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 F6 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 Cbr 600 F6 — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Honda Cbr 600 F6 reliable?
Based on 4,894 MOT tests, the Honda Cbr 600 F6 has a 89.4% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Honda Cbr 600 F6?
The most common MOT failures are shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, and stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies. Check these on any test drive.
How many miles does a Honda Cbr 600 F6 do per year?
The typical Honda Cbr 600 F6 does around 849 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Honda Cbr 600 F6 last?
Most Honda Cbr 600 F6 models stay on UK roads for around 20 years based on our analysis of 415 vehicles.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Honda Cbr 600 F6?
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 Cbr 600 F6?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Honda Cbr 600 F6 is 2007 with a 90.2% pass rate across 1,144 tests.