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G251 CLE

1997 Honda CBR600

Red Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2018
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

30,107 mi
Last recorded30,107 miles
Recorded on17 May 2017
Typical for 1997 Honda CBR60026,430 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG251 CLE
MakeHonda
ModelCBR600
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 May 2017 30,107 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2015 27,706 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2015 27,706 miles

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 13 Feb 2013 27,695 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

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

Rear Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Front Brake hose leaking fluid (3.2.B4) DANGEROUS

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

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

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

front right disc contaminated with oil

Pass 7 Jun 2011 25,425 miles

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

Pass 15 Aug 2008 25,346 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2007 25,169 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2006 24,591 miles

How Reliable is the Honda CBR600?

Based on 17,884 MOT tests across 1,788 vehicles.

82.5%
Pass Rate
770
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
1,788
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 333
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 226
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 204
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 194
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 141
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G251 CLE is a 1997 Honda CBR600 in Red with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1997 Honda CBR600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.1% with a typical mileage of 26,430 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 CBR600 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 333 recorded failures. If you're considering buying G251 CLE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CBR600 typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 29 years old, this Honda CBR600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was G251 CLE registered?

G251 CLE is a 1997 Honda CBR600, first registered on 27 March 1997.

Is G251 CLE safe to buy?

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