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N390 BJM

1997 Honda CBR600F

Red Petrol 598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Apr 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

56,973 mi
Last recorded56,973 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda CBR600F26,263 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN390 BJM
MakeHonda
ModelCBR600F
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2026 56,973 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2025 56,247 miles
Pass 3 May 2024 56,156 miles

Indicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Feb 2023 55,791 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2014 55,605 miles

Offside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 5 Jul 2014 55,605 miles

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 29 Jul 2013 54,490 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Front Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

rear hugger split on nearside

Pass 5 Sep 2012 54,487 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 6 Apr 2011 54,384 miles

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

Nearside Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

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

Pass 22 Mar 2010 53,201 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2010 53,196 miles

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

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

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)

Registration plate character(s) formed using multiple strokes (6.3.4e)

Pass 19 Apr 2008 51,329 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2008 51,320 miles

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 17 Apr 2007 48,995 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2006 48,342 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

How Reliable is the Honda CBR600F?

Based on 233,298 MOT tests across 21,936 vehicles.

84.3%
Pass Rate
762
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
21,936
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 3,898
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 2,218
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 2,113
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 1,718
wheel bearings have excessive free play 1,311
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N390 BJM is a 1997 Honda CBR600F in Red with a 598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1997 Honda CBR600F models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.7% with a typical mileage of 26,263 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 CBR600F fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 3,898 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N390 BJM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CBR600F typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 29 years old, this Honda CBR600F is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N390 BJM registered?

N390 BJM is a 1997 Honda CBR600F, first registered on 12 February 1997.

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