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AE53 WHK

2003 Honda CB600

Silver Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Mar 2022
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

5 mi
Last recorded5 miles
Recorded on12 Mar 2021
Typical for 2003 Honda CB60016,861 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE53 WHK
MakeHonda
ModelCB600
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Mar 2021 5 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2018 45,608 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2017 44,760 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2017 44,758 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 31 Oct 2016 44,453 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 27 Aug 2015 43,480 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Pass 1 Sep 2014 42,657 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear wheel bearings are tight but not considered excessive (2.4.A.2c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 1 Sep 2014 42,657 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c) DANGEROUS

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 31 Jul 2013 35,549 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2012 28,602 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Tyres fitted, Bridgestone front Michelin rear

Pass 5 Aug 2011 27,677 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

o/s side cover loose.

rear light loose.

Pass 14 Aug 2010 26,991 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

offside mirror glass cracked

Fail 14 Aug 2010 26,991 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

offside mirror glass cracked

Fail 19 Jun 2009 25,919 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 19 Jun 2009 25,919 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2008 25,147 miles
Pass 8 May 2007 22,813 miles

How Reliable is the Honda CB600?

Based on 51,340 MOT tests across 4,424 vehicles.

84.4%
Pass Rate
929
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
4,424
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 773
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 476
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 379
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 332
reflector on motorcycle missing 297
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AE53 WHK is a 2003 Honda CB600 in Silver with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 2003 Honda CB600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.8% with a typical mileage of 16,861 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Honda CB600 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 773 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AE53 WHK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CB600 typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 23 years old, this Honda CB600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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AE53 WHK is a 2003 Honda CB600, first registered on 3 November 2003.

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