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FE51 WZP

2001 Honda CB600 Hornet

Yellow Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Oct 2026
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

56,552 mi
Last recorded56,552 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2025
Typical for 2001 Honda CB600 Hornet18,552 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE51 WZP
MakeHonda
ModelCB600 Hornet
Year2001
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2025 56,552 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2025 56,549 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (b))

Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))

Pass 27 Aug 2024 55,555 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 23 Aug 2023 54,123 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2023 54,123 miles

Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 26 Jul 2022 52,509 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2021 51,609 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2020 50,738 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2019 49,484 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2018 47,869 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2017 43,631 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 31 May 2014 43,630 miles

front fork seal covers coroded

Pass 19 Feb 2013 43,269 miles

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

Pass 24 Feb 2012 40,458 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2012 40,440 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l) DANGEROUS

Chain guard missing

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

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

Pass 18 Jan 2011
Pass 9 Jul 2010 34,004 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2009 32,531 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 14 Aug 2008 27,636 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2007 22,490 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2006 18,002 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Aug 2006 18,002 miles

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

Pass 1 Sep 2005 14,702 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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FE51 WZP is a 2001 Honda CB600 Hornet in Yellow with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FE51 WZP, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FE51 WZP registered?

FE51 WZP is a 2001 Honda CB600 Hornet, first registered on 29 September 2001.

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The MOT history for FE51 WZP shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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