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MC53 BHZ

2003 Honda CB600 Hornet

Black Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2020
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

20,708 mi
Last recorded20,708 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2019
Typical for 2003 Honda CB600 Hornet17,474 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMC53 BHZ
MakeHonda
ModelCB600 Hornet
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2019 20,708 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2019 20,708 miles

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 5 May 2018 20,620 miles
Pass 6 May 2017 19,319 miles

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

Fail 6 May 2017 19,319 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

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

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Pass 3 Jun 2016 17,904 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 3 Jun 2016 17,904 miles

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

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 30 Apr 2014 17,895 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2013 17,789 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2013 17,789 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Pass 15 Mar 2012 17,441 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2011 15,176 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2010 14,404 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2009 12,639 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2008 11,643 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2007 9,271 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2007 9,271 miles

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

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

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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MC53 BHZ is a 2003 Honda CB600 Hornet in Black with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

Across all 2003 Honda CB600 Hornet models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.7% with a typical mileage of 17,474 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 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 MC53 BHZ, 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 23 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 MC53 BHZ registered?

MC53 BHZ is a 2003 Honda CB600 Hornet, first registered on 31 December 2003.

Is MC53 BHZ safe to buy?

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