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AO51 GVC

2001 Honda CB600 Hornet

Blue Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Feb 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

38,403 mi
Last recorded38,403 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2026
Typical for 2001 Honda CB600 Hornet18,552 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO51 GVC
MakeHonda
ModelCB600 Hornet
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Feb 2026 38,403 miles
Pass 29 May 2025 38,000 miles
Pass 21 May 2024 37,432 miles
Pass 26 May 2023 36,440 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2022 36,433 miles

Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 22 Feb 2021 36,391 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2021 36,391 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 Sep 2019 36,250 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2018 35,954 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2017 35,540 miles
Pass 28 May 2016 34,953 miles

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

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

Pass 30 May 2015 33,768 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2014 33,559 miles

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

Pass 4 Sep 2012 32,420 miles

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

Pass 30 Sep 2011 19,331 miles

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

Pass 5 Oct 2010 15,095 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2009 14,533 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 18 Sep 2008 13,526 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2007 12,748 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2006 11,658 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2005 10,601 miles

How Reliable is the Honda CB600 Hornet?

Based on 32,894 MOT tests across 2,748 vehicles.

82.1%
Pass Rate
875
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
2,748
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 563
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 374
reflector on motorcycle missing 320
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 289
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 238
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AO51 GVC is a 2001 Honda CB600 Hornet in Blue with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

Across all 2001 Honda CB600 Hornet models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.3% with a typical mileage of 18,552 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda CB600 Hornet fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 563 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AO51 GVC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CB600 Hornet typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 25 years old, this Honda CB600 Hornet is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AO51 GVC registered?

AO51 GVC is a 2001 Honda CB600 Hornet, first registered on 4 October 2001.

Is AO51 GVC safe to buy?

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