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OV51 FYC

2001 Honda CB600

Yellow Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 May 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

30,110 mi
Last recorded30,110 miles
Recorded on2 May 2025
Typical for 2001 Honda CB60019,213 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV51 FYC
MakeHonda
ModelCB600
Year2001
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 May 2025 30,110 miles
Pass 7 May 2022 28,775 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2016 28,075 miles

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

Fail 29 Dec 2016 28,075 miles

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 10 Sep 2015 27,061 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 10 Sep 2014 25,950 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front brake lever has little reserve travel

Fail 5 Sep 2014 25,941 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front brake lever has little reserve travel

Pass 14 Jun 2013 19,833 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 18 Apr 2012 13,015 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 18 Apr 2012 13,015 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 5 Apr 2011 11,066 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2010 6,799 miles
Pass 30 May 2009 6,115 miles

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

Pass 7 Jun 2008 5,917 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2007 5,621 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2006 4,957 miles

How Reliable is the Honda CB600?

Based on 51,340 MOT tests across 4,424 vehicles.

84.4%
Pass Rate
929
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
4,424
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 773
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 476
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 379
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 332
reflector on motorcycle missing 297
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OV51 FYC is a 2001 Honda CB600 in Yellow with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 2001 Honda CB600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.1% with a typical mileage of 19,213 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 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 773 recorded failures. If you're considering buying OV51 FYC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was OV51 FYC registered?

OV51 FYC is a 2001 Honda CB600, first registered on 1 December 2001.

Is OV51 FYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for OV51 FYC shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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