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N488 VVV

1996 Honda CBR600F

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Nov 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

54,415 mi
Last recorded54,415 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2025
Typical for 1996 Honda CBR600F27,315 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN488 VVV
MakeHonda
ModelCBR600F
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2025 54,415 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 18 Nov 2025 54,364 miles

Position lamp not working front pilot lamp (4.2.1 (a))

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 23 Nov 2024 48,365 miles

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

Pass 11 Feb 2023 42,791 miles

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

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

Fail 11 Feb 2023 42,791 miles

Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 12 Oct 2021 39,887 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2020 37,652 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2019 34,931 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2018 32,300 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2017 29,387 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2016 25,514 miles
Pass 2 May 2015 22,002 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2014 21,612 miles

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

Pass 27 Apr 2013 21,368 miles

Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 21 Apr 2012 20,947 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 9 Apr 2011 19,696 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

reflector very small

Pass 30 Apr 2010 18,938 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2008 18,126 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2007 17,857 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2006 17,379 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2005 16,413 miles

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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N488 VVV is a 1996 Honda CBR600F in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

Across all 1996 Honda CBR600F models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.4% with a typical mileage of 27,315 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 N488 VVV, 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 30 years old, this Honda CBR600F is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of N488 VVV?

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What year was N488 VVV registered?

N488 VVV is a 1996 Honda CBR600F, first registered on 24 January 1996.

Is N488 VVV safe to buy?

The MOT history for N488 VVV shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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