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E597 SCL

1988 Honda CBR600F

Black Petrol 598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2016
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

37,325 mi
Last recorded37,325 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2015
Typical for 1988 Honda CBR600F38,266 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE597 SCL
MakeHonda
ModelCBR600F
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine598cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2015 37,325 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

wheel alignment only just within limits and should be checked and adjusted

Pass 23 Aug 2014 37,272 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 16 Aug 2014 37,084 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 10 Sep 2013 32,119 miles

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

front tyre slightly perished

Fail 31 Aug 2013 31,989 miles

Rear Brake pedal cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Rear Brake pedal mounting cracked . (3.1.2c)

Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

front tyre slightly perished

Pass 8 Sep 2012 29,146 miles

Nearside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Offside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Fail 30 Aug 2012 29,146 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Brake disc(s) excessively pitted (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake reaction bracket insecure (3.2.A1j)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Nearside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Offside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Fail 27 Sep 2007 28,909 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 27 Sep 2007 28,909 miles

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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E597 SCL is a 1988 Honda CBR600F in Black with a 598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 E597 SCL, 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 E597 SCL registered?

E597 SCL is a 1988 Honda CBR600F, first registered on 25 April 1988.

Is E597 SCL safe to buy?

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