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GK51 FZB

2001 Honda CB600 Hornet

Blue Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jan 2024
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

76,964 mi
Last recorded76,964 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2023
Typical for 2001 Honda CB600 Hornet18,552 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK51 FZB
MakeHonda
ModelCB600 Hornet
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Jan 2023 76,964 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 8 Jan 2022 74,558 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Nearside Footrest slightly loose (6.2.12 (a))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Oct 2020 74,355 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Sep 2019 70,810 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Sep 2018 61,960 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2018 61,960 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Aug 2017 55,204 miles

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

Pass 8 Jul 2016 50,484 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2016 50,484 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 22 Jul 2015 44,018 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2014 41,906 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2012 40,827 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 20 Aug 2012 40,827 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 1 Sep 2011 39,219 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2010 35,363 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Sep 2010 35,363 miles

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

Pass 12 Sep 2009 32,397 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2008 30,464 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2007 27,586 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2007 27,586 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 23 Aug 2006 22,934 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Sep 2005 17,994 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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GK51 FZB is a 2001 Honda CB600 Hornet in Blue with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 GK51 FZB, 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.

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What year was GK51 FZB registered?

GK51 FZB is a 2001 Honda CB600 Hornet, first registered on 10 October 2001.

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