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BV51 CEU

2001 Honda CB600

Blue Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Aug 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

24,912 mi
Last recorded24,912 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2025
Typical for 2001 Honda CB60019,213 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV51 CEU
MakeHonda
ModelCB600
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2025 24,912 miles

Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

rear suspension noisy

Pass 1 May 2019 20,200 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 25 Apr 2019 20,197 miles

Rear All direction indicators not working All turn signals (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 26 Apr 2018 20,127 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2017 20,032 miles

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

Pass 23 Apr 2016 20,011 miles

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

Pass 11 Apr 2015 19,916 miles

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

Pass 12 Apr 2014 19,753 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2013 18,940 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2012 18,053 miles

O/S/R indicator slightly bent

Pass 18 Apr 2011 17,562 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2010 17,195 miles

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

Pass 19 Apr 2010 17,195 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2009 14,518 miles

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 15 Apr 2009 14,518 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 10 Apr 2008 11,393 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 13 Apr 2007 9,957 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2006 7,533 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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BV51 CEU is a 2001 Honda CB600 in Blue with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2001 Honda CB600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.1% with a typical mileage of 19,213 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 BV51 CEU, 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 25 years old, this Honda CB600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BV51 CEU registered?

BV51 CEU is a 2001 Honda CB600, first registered on 28 November 2001.

Is BV51 CEU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV51 CEU shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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