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L242 ULX

1993 Honda CBR600

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Nov 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

29,286 mi
Last recorded29,286 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2016
Typical for 1993 Honda CBR60029,809 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL242 ULX
MakeHonda
ModelCBR600
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2016 29,286 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Fail 28 Jul 2015 28,973 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

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

Pass 28 Jul 2015 28,973 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Pass 29 Jul 2014 28,410 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 6 Jul 2013 27,694 miles

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

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 16 Jul 2012 27,091 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 14 Jul 2011 23,322 miles
Pass 8 May 2010 21,522 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 4 Mar 2009 21,300 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2008 20,136 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2007 18,891 miles

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

Fail 16 Feb 2007 18,891 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Pass 18 Feb 2006 17,590 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2006 17,590 miles

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

How Reliable is the Honda CBR600?

Based on 17,884 MOT tests across 1,788 vehicles.

82.5%
Pass Rate
770
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
1,788
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 333
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 226
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 204
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 194
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 141
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L242 ULX is a 1993 Honda CBR600 in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 1993 Honda CBR600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.7% with a typical mileage of 29,809 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 CBR600 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 333 recorded failures. If you're considering buying L242 ULX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CBR600 typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 33 years old, this Honda CBR600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was L242 ULX registered?

L242 ULX is a 1993 Honda CBR600, first registered on 2 December 1993.

Is L242 ULX safe to buy?

The MOT history for L242 ULX shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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