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L523 UBR

1998 Honda CBR600

Purple Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2011
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

28,009 mi
Last recorded28,009 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2010
Typical for 1998 Honda CBR60027,650 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL523 UBR
MakeHonda
ModelCBR600
Year1998
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2010 28,009 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2010 28,009 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Steering control handlebar movement restricted by taut cables (2.1.2c)

Pass 12 Nov 2008
Fail 8 Nov 2008

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

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

Pass 14 Nov 2007
Fail 12 Nov 2007

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 9 Sep 2006 32,496 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2006 32,496 miles

Front All position lamps do not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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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L523 UBR is a 1998 Honda CBR600 in Purple with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1998 Honda CBR600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.9% with a typical mileage of 27,650 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 L523 UBR, 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 28 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 L523 UBR registered?

L523 UBR is a 1998 Honda CBR600, first registered on 13 February 1998.

Is L523 UBR safe to buy?

The MOT history for L523 UBR shows 8 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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