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M30 ETL

1998 Honda CB600 Hornet

Silver Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Aug 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

28,198 mi
Last recorded28,198 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2025
Typical for 1998 Honda CB600 Hornet23,582 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM30 ETL
MakeHonda
ModelCB600 Hornet
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2025 28,198 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2024 25,469 miles

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

Pass 4 May 2023 22,911 miles

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

Pass 19 Apr 2022 20,945 miles

Central Rear number plate light incorrect colour

Fail 9 Apr 2022 20,920 miles

Central Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Central Rear number plate light incorrect colour

Pass 25 Mar 2021 19,172 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2020 17,062 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2019 15,686 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2018 15,034 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2017 13,842 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2016 13,586 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2015 7,062 miles
Pass 5 May 2014 6,803 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2013 6,669 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2012 6,192 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2011 6,039 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2010 5,373 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2009 5,112 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2008 2,870 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2007 1,880 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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M30 ETL is a 1998 Honda CB600 Hornet in Silver with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

Across all 1998 Honda CB600 Hornet models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.9% with a typical mileage of 23,582 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 M30 ETL, 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 28 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 M30 ETL registered?

M30 ETL is a 1998 Honda CB600 Hornet, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is M30 ETL safe to buy?

The MOT history for M30 ETL shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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