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GU51 BCV

2002 Honda FJS600

Blue Petrol 582cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Nov 2026
Tests26 (19 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate73.1%

Mileage

20,487 mi
Last recorded20,487 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2025
Typical for 2002 Honda FJS60020,951 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU51 BCV
MakeHonda
ModelFJS600
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine582cc

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MOT History

19 pass 7 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2025 20,487 miles

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

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

Fail 7 Nov 2025 20,458 miles

Handlebar restricted in free movement from lock to lock (2.1.4 (c))

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.4 (a))

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

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

Pass 22 Nov 2024 19,977 miles

Front Steering operation insecure but not likely to impede the steering mirrors touch screen (2.1.4 (e))

Lower Fork yoke slightly corroded (2.2.2 (d) (i))

Fail 15 Nov 2024 19,956 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake excessively binding stops wheel full rotation when tested by hand (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort disc warped (1.2.1 (e))

Front Steering operation insecure but not likely to impede the steering mirrors touch screen (2.1.4 (e))

Front Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Lower Fork yoke slightly corroded (2.2.2 (d) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit parking brake pads on limit and corroded (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 10 Nov 2023 19,613 miles

Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively rear disc has a little run out (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

steering has a very small restriction when turning right/screen

Fail 7 Nov 2023 19,596 miles

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively rear disc has a little run out (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

steering has a very small restriction when turning right/screen

Pass 25 Nov 2022 18,952 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2021 18,408 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2021 18,408 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Oct 2020 17,937 miles

Rear Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 2 Oct 2019 17,498 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2018 16,421 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2017 13,975 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2016 13,732 miles

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

Pass 3 Aug 2015 13,496 miles

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

Pass 15 Jul 2014 13,134 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2013 12,787 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2012 12,396 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2012 12,389 miles

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

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

Nail in rear tyre

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

Pass 1 Jun 2010 11,752 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2009 11,156 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Apr 2008 9,985 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2007 8,860 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2007 8,811 miles

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

Pass 7 Apr 2006 7,407 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2006 7,387 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a severely grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a severely grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

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

Steering control fouling between components which interferes with the free movement of the steering (2.1.2a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

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

How Reliable is the Honda FJS600?

Based on 14,260 MOT tests across 1,087 vehicles.

85.8%
Pass Rate
1,019
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
1,087
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 249
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 246
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 242
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 107
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 90
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GU51 BCV is a 2002 Honda FJS600 in Blue with a 582cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.1%.

Across all 2002 Honda FJS600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.3% with a typical mileage of 20,951 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 FJS600 fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 249 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GU51 BCV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda FJS600 typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 24 years old, this Honda FJS600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was GU51 BCV registered?

GU51 BCV is a 2002 Honda FJS600, first registered on 1 February 2002.

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