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Honda Cbr 600 Rr-a Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Honda Cbr 600 Rr-a reliable? We analysed 2,450 real MOT tests across 290 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 2,450 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
88.1%
Typical Mileage
10,105mi
Annual Mileage
737mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
17yrs

The Honda Cbr 600 Rr-a is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation and reflector on motorcycle missing. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Honda Cbr 600 Rr-a.

Honda Cbr 600 Rr-a Number Plates

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

Honda Cbr 600 Rr-a MOT Pass Rate by Year

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

90.9%
2013
87.5%
2012
88%
2011
87.7%
2010
85%
2009

Honda Cbr 600 Rr-a Problems — What Goes Wrong?

The most common reasons a Honda Cbr 600 Rr-a 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 18
Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation 11
reflector on motorcycle missing 11
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 9
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 5

Honda Cbr 600 Rr-a Common Faults & Problems

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

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 14
Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick 8

Honda Cbr 600 Rr-a Mileage — What's Normal?

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

Low usage
264 mi/yr
Typical
737 mi/yr
Average
1,447 mi/yr
Heavy usage
1,711 mi/yr

Honda Cbr 600 Rr-a MOT Data by Registration Year

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

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2013 77 90.9% 5,856 14,792 19,665
2012 279 87.5% 5,552 9,527 14,007
2011 710 88.0% 5,131 8,658 13,761
2010 1,199 87.7% 6,178 10,738 18,760
2009 113 85.0% 7,981 13,031 17,790

How Long Does a Honda Cbr 600 Rr-a Last?

Based on 290 Honda Cbr 600 Rr-a vehicles on UK roads.

Average
10.7 years
Median
12.0 years
Estimated max lifespan
17 years

Honda Cbr 600 Rr-a Mileage Distribution

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

Median
10,105 mi
75th Percentile
16,726 mi
95th Percentile
33,427 mi
Max Recorded
613,624 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Honda Cbr 600 Rr-a

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

Best year
2013

90.9% MOT pass rate from 77 tests

Year to avoid
2009

85.0% MOT pass rate from 113 tests

The best year to buy a used Honda Cbr 600 Rr-a is 2013, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 90.9% across 77 tests. The 2009 model year has the lowest pass rate at 85.0% — 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 Rr-a 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 Rr-a THIS CAR 88.1% 2,450 10,105 mi 17 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
Suzuki Gsf 1250 88.6% 1,899 15,139 mi 19 yrs

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

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Should you buy a used Honda Cbr 600 Rr-a?

The Honda Cbr 600 Rr-a has an overall MOT pass rate of 88.1% across 2,450 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 Rr-a are tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (18 recorded failures), tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (11), and reflector on motorcycle missing (11). 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 Cbr 600 Rr-a 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 Rr-a owner drives around 737 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 Rr-a models stay on UK roads for around 17 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 Rr-a — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Honda Cbr 600 Rr-a reliable?
Based on 2,450 MOT tests, the Honda Cbr 600 Rr-a has a 88.1% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Honda Cbr 600 Rr-a?
The most common MOT failures are tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation, and reflector on motorcycle missing. Check these on any test drive.
How many miles does a Honda Cbr 600 Rr-a do per year?
The typical Honda Cbr 600 Rr-a does around 737 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Honda Cbr 600 Rr-a last?
Most Honda Cbr 600 Rr-a models stay on UK roads for around 17 years based on our analysis of 290 vehicles.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Honda Cbr 600 Rr-a?
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 Rr-a?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Honda Cbr 600 Rr-a is 2013 with a 90.9% pass rate across 77 tests.