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MF51 BLJ

2002 Honda CB600 Hornet

Blue Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jul 2021
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

31,267 mi
Last recorded31,267 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2020
Typical for 2002 Honda CB600 Hornet14,970 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF51 BLJ
MakeHonda
ModelCB600 Hornet
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2020 31,267 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2020 31,267 miles

Nearside Rear All direction indicators light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear All direction indicators light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Front Tyre has a lump or bulge caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

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

Pass 3 Jul 2019 30,151 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2018 28,101 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2017 26,912 miles
Pass 28 May 2016 26,571 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2015 24,956 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2015 24,956 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 29 May 2014 23,064 miles
Fail 24 May 2014 23,094 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.3)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Roller brake test Neither brake control achieves an efficiency of 25% (3.3.A2b)

Roller brake test No brake control achieves an efficiency of 30%. (3.3.A2a)

Fail 28 May 2013 20,827 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 28 May 2013 20,827 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 13 Jun 2012 15,725 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2011 11,605 miles

Front Motorcycle structure excessively damaged (6.1.1a)

Pass 7 Jun 2011 11,605 miles
Pass 22 May 2010 6,678 miles
Fail 22 May 2010 6,675 miles

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 21 Feb 2009 5,986 miles

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

Pass 3 Aug 2007 4,531 miles

Chain adjuster not located in swinging arm.

Pass 4 Aug 2006 2,335 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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MF51 BLJ is a 2002 Honda CB600 Hornet in Blue with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 2002 Honda CB600 Hornet models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.3% with a typical mileage of 14,970 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 MF51 BLJ, 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 24 years old, this Honda CB600 Hornet is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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MF51 BLJ is a 2002 Honda CB600 Hornet, first registered on 1 February 2002.

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