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OU51 MYK

2001 Honda CB600 Hornet

Yellow Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Sep 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

31,653 mi
Last recorded31,653 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2025
Typical for 2001 Honda CB600 Hornet18,552 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU51 MYK
MakeHonda
ModelCB600 Hornet
Year2001
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2025 31,653 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2024 30,820 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2023 29,993 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2023 29,993 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 23 Sep 2022 29,367 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2021 28,414 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2015 28,226 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2014 28,211 miles

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

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 20 May 2013 28,133 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Jun 2011 27,740 miles

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

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 4 Nov 2009 23,002 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 4 Nov 2009 23,002 miles

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

Pass 31 Oct 2008 16,103 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2007 12,247 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2006 10,137 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2005 9,932 miles

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 7 Nov 2005 9,932 miles

How Reliable is the Honda CB600 Hornet?

Based on 32,894 MOT tests across 2,748 vehicles.

82.1%
Pass Rate
875
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
2,748
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 563
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 374
reflector on motorcycle missing 320
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 289
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 238
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OU51 MYK is a 2001 Honda CB600 Hornet in Yellow with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 2001 Honda CB600 Hornet models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.3% with a typical mileage of 18,552 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 Hornet fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 563 recorded failures. If you're considering buying OU51 MYK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CB600 Hornet typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 25 years old, this Honda CB600 Hornet is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was OU51 MYK registered?

OU51 MYK is a 2001 Honda CB600 Hornet, first registered on 19 September 2001.

Is OU51 MYK safe to buy?

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