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FP51 BKF

2001 Honda Cbr 600 F

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Mar 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

32,539 mi
Last recorded32,539 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2026
Typical for 2001 Honda Cbr 600 F17,237 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP51 BKF
MakeHonda
ModelCbr 600 F
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2026 32,539 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 30 Nov 2024 27,904 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2024 27,904 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Steering operation linkage fouling when handlebars turned from lock to lock (2.1.4 (a))

Pass 8 Nov 2023 27,466 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases manifold area (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 7 Nov 2023 27,465 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases manifold area (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 16 Sep 2022 26,065 miles

rear hugger split

Fail 7 Sep 2022 26,049 miles

Brake performance not tested brake pad material worn out (1.2.1 (g))

Front Brake lever has abnormal movement of levers indicating excessive wear or maladjustment (1.1.15 (f))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Front Brake fluid not visible (1.1.10 (d) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

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

rear hugger split

Pass 3 Aug 2021 14,679 miles
Pass 8 May 2020 14,672 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2019 14,384 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Pass 9 Mar 2018 14,138 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2017 13,137 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2016 12,656 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2015 11,335 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2014 9,868 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 9 Jul 2013 9,708 miles

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

Fail 2 Jul 2013 9,707 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 1 Oct 2011 8,315 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2010 8,024 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2007 7,775 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2006 6,434 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2005 5,446 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Cbr 600 F?

Based on 11,541 MOT tests across 1,855 vehicles.

85.2%
Pass Rate
767
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
1,855
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 207
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 150
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 79
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 77
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 76
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FP51 BKF is a 2001 Honda Cbr 600 F in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2001 Honda Cbr 600 F models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.0% with a typical mileage of 17,237 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 Cbr 600 F fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 207 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FP51 BKF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Cbr 600 F typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 25 years old, this Honda Cbr 600 F is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was FP51 BKF registered?

FP51 BKF is a 2001 Honda Cbr 600 F, first registered on 2 November 2001.

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