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HJ53 VNB

2003 Honda CBF600

Black Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Apr 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

42,114 mi
Last recorded42,114 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 Honda CBF60015,894 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJ53 VNB
MakeHonda
ModelCBF600
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2026 42,114 miles

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

Pass 22 Mar 2025 41,580 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2023 41,415 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2023 41,415 miles

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

Pass 25 Mar 2022 39,852 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 25 Mar 2022 39,852 miles

Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 19 Oct 2020 39,038 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2019 35,376 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2018 33,984 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2018 33,984 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 Jun 2017 30,487 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2015 30,406 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2014 29,762 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2014 29,762 miles

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 16 Apr 2013 28,983 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2011 25,415 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2009 20,905 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 16 Oct 2007 18,547 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2006 15,242 miles

How Reliable is the Honda CBF600?

Based on 51,353 MOT tests across 4,122 vehicles.

86.1%
Pass Rate
1,196
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
4,122
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 612
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 503
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 310
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 260
wheel bearings have excessive free play 254
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HJ53 VNB is a 2003 Honda CBF600 in Black with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 2003 Honda CBF600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.7% with a typical mileage of 15,894 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 CBF600 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 612 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HJ53 VNB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CBF600 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 23 years old, this Honda CBF600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was HJ53 VNB registered?

HJ53 VNB is a 2003 Honda CBF600, first registered on 5 November 2003.

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The MOT history for HJ53 VNB shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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