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KY51 YYX

2001 Honda CB600 Hornet

Yellow Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

23,406 mi
Last recorded23,406 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2025
Typical for 2001 Honda CB600 Hornet18,552 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKY51 YYX
MakeHonda
ModelCB600 Hornet
Year2001
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2025 23,406 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 1 Jul 2023 23,127 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Apr 2021 22,977 miles

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

Pass 25 Apr 2019 21,957 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 10 Apr 2018 18,625 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 12 Apr 2017 13,967 miles

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

Pass 12 Apr 2016 9,462 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2016 9,462 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 14 Apr 2015 9,344 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2014 3,923 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 24 Aug 2012 8,914 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2011 8,904 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 20 Apr 2010 8,881 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2009 8,845 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 16 Apr 2009 8,845 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 29 Apr 2008 8,825 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2006 8,756 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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KY51 YYX is a 2001 Honda CB600 Hornet in Yellow with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 KY51 YYX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KY51 YYX registered?

KY51 YYX is a 2001 Honda CB600 Hornet, first registered on 27 October 2001.

Is KY51 YYX safe to buy?

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