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HX51 KLC

2001 Honda CB600 Hornet

Yellow Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Mar 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

53,228 mi
Last recorded53,228 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2026
Typical for 2001 Honda CB600 Hornet18,552 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX51 KLC
MakeHonda
ModelCB600 Hornet
Year2001
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2026 53,228 miles

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 19 Sep 2024 52,389 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 9 Oct 2023 49,523 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2022 45,542 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2021 40,160 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2020 35,638 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2019 32,343 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2018 31,397 miles
Pass 5 May 2017 30,545 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2016 27,081 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 15 Apr 2016 27,081 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 17 Apr 2015 20,202 miles
Pass 12 May 2014 19,739 miles

Riders seat loose

Pass 9 May 2013 19,471 miles

Front ind`s slightly covered by headlamp unit

Pass 16 Apr 2012 16,653 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2011 11,846 miles

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

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

Fail 13 Mar 2010 9,576 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 13 Mar 2010 9,576 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2009 7,781 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2008 6,610 miles

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

Fail 22 Feb 2007 5,950 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 22 Feb 2007 5,950 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2006 5,179 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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HX51 KLC is a 2001 Honda CB600 Hornet in Yellow with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 HX51 KLC, 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 HX51 KLC registered?

HX51 KLC is a 2001 Honda CB600 Hornet, first registered on 21 September 2001.

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