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NJ53 VLC

2003 Honda CBR600RR

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2021
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

30,407 mi
Last recorded30,407 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2020
Typical for 2003 Honda CBR600RR14,410 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNJ53 VLC
MakeHonda
ModelCBR600RR
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2020 30,407 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 17 Jul 2019 30,070 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Fail 5 Jul 2019 30,056 miles

Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible Dipped beam displays no beam pattern with bulbs that are fitted (4.1.4 (c))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak LH fork seal leaking (5.3.2 (b))

Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Front Position lamp incorrect colour blue led fitted (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Fail 5 Jul 2019 30,056 miles

Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible Dipped beam displays no beam pattern with bulbs that are fitted (4.1.4 (c))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak LH fork seal leaking (5.3.2 (b))

Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Riders seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Position lamp incorrect colour blue led fitted (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 16 Jul 2018 27,704 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort close to failure (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

head race bearings slightly notchy

Pass 27 Jun 2017 26,170 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))

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 2 Jul 2016 25,922 miles

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

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 4 Jul 2015 24,197 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2014 20,825 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 16 Jul 2014 20,819 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 25 May 2013 14,549 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 2 Jun 2012 11,482 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2011 8,981 miles
Fail 24 May 2010 7,498 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 24 May 2010 7,498 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2009 3,564 miles
Pass 15 May 2008 2,825 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2006 2,691 miles

How Reliable is the Honda CBR600RR?

Based on 68,045 MOT tests across 6,490 vehicles.

86.1%
Pass Rate
844
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
6,490
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 827
reflector on motorcycle missing 479
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 320
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 297
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 234
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NJ53 VLC is a 2003 Honda CBR600RR in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2003 Honda CBR600RR models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.8% with a typical mileage of 14,410 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 CBR600RR fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 827 recorded failures. If you're considering buying NJ53 VLC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CBR600RR typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 23 years old, this Honda CBR600RR is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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NJ53 VLC is a 2003 Honda CBR600RR, first registered on 15 September 2003.

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