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MK59 SJV

2009 Honda CB600

Yellow Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jul 2026
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

60,705 mi
Last recorded60,705 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2025
Typical for 2009 Honda CB60013,521 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK59 SJV
MakeHonda
ModelCB600
Year2009
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2025 60,705 miles

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

Pass 13 May 2024 59,972 miles

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

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 13 May 2024 59,972 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 6 Aug 2022 46,979 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 6 Aug 2022 46,979 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Stop lamp not working Front lever not operating stop lamp (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator likely to become detached (4.4.1 (c) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Fail 29 Jul 2021 46,969 miles

Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak both legs (5.3.2 (b))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit both calipers (1.1.13 (a))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases headders (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 9 May 2019 45,698 miles
Pass 8 May 2018 38,441 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2017 36,418 miles

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

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

Fail 27 Aug 2015 28,463 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 27 Aug 2015 28,463 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2014 22,017 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2013 10,013 miles

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

How Reliable is the Honda CB600?

Based on 51,340 MOT tests across 4,424 vehicles.

84.4%
Pass Rate
929
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
4,424
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 773
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 476
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 379
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 332
reflector on motorcycle missing 297
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MK59 SJV is a 2009 Honda CB600 in Yellow with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 2009 Honda CB600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.8% with a typical mileage of 13,521 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 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 773 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MK59 SJV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CB600 typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 17 years old, this Honda CB600 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was MK59 SJV registered?

MK59 SJV is a 2009 Honda CB600, first registered on 18 September 2009.

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