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N451 DSX

1996 Honda CBR600

White Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jun 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

46,344 mi
Last recorded46,344 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2026
Typical for 1996 Honda CBR60026,922 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN451 DSX
MakeHonda
ModelCBR600
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2026 46,344 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2022 43,384 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2020 43,217 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2019 42,635 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2018 42,281 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2017 41,059 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2017 41,059 miles

Nearside Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders operation of the controls (2.1.2b)

Pass 8 Jun 2016 38,219 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 11 Sep 2015 37,075 miles

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

Fail 11 Sep 2015 37,075 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Pass 16 Sep 2014 35,274 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 20 Aug 2013 34,797 miles

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

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

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

Slight kink in front wheel

Fail 20 Aug 2013 34,797 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

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

Slight kink in front wheel

Pass 16 Apr 2012 34,187 miles

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

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

Fail 11 Apr 2012 34,145 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Rear suspension fouling which affects the movement of the rear suspension (2.4.A.3a)

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

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

Pass 9 Apr 2011 32,995 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2010 32,039 miles
Pass 16 May 2007 30,619 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Apr 2006 28,994 miles

How Reliable is the Honda CBR600?

Based on 17,884 MOT tests across 1,788 vehicles.

82.5%
Pass Rate
770
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
1,788
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 333
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 226
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 204
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 194
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 141
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N451 DSX is a 1996 Honda CBR600 in White with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 1996 Honda CBR600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.1% with a typical mileage of 26,922 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 CBR600 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 333 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N451 DSX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CBR600 typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 30 years old, this Honda CBR600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was N451 DSX registered?

N451 DSX is a 1996 Honda CBR600, first registered on 26 February 1996.

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