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E242 UWY

1988 Honda CBR600F

White Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jun 2027
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

26,547 mi
Last recorded26,547 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2026
Typical for 1988 Honda CBR600F38,266 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE242 UWY
MakeHonda
ModelCBR600F
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2026 26,547 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2021 26,153 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Apr 2020 25,065 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2020 25,065 miles

Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 17 Apr 2020 25,064 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Mar 2018 24,288 miles

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

Pass 9 Feb 2017 23,212 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2013 23,212 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2012 23,203 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2012 23,203 miles

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

Fail 2 Jul 2010 22,332 miles

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 2 Jul 2010 22,332 miles
Pass 19 May 2009 20,780 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2008 17,714 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

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 24 May 2007 15,142 miles
Fail 15 May 2007 15,142 miles

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

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

Rear Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)

How Reliable is the Honda CBR600F?

Based on 233,298 MOT tests across 21,936 vehicles.

84.3%
Pass Rate
762
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
21,936
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 3,898
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 2,218
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 2,113
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 1,718
wheel bearings have excessive free play 1,311
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E242 UWY is a 1988 Honda CBR600F in White with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

Across all 1988 Honda CBR600F models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.6% with a typical mileage of 38,266 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 CBR600F fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 3,898 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E242 UWY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CBR600F typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 38 years old, this Honda CBR600F is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was E242 UWY registered?

E242 UWY is a 1988 Honda CBR600F, first registered on 14 March 1988.

Is E242 UWY safe to buy?

The MOT history for E242 UWY shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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