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P121 FAW

1997 Honda CBR600F

Black Petrol 598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2016
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

65,141 mi
Last recorded65,141 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2016
Typical for 1997 Honda CBR600F26,263 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP121 FAW
MakeHonda
ModelCBR600F
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Fail 18 Oct 2016 65,141 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Front Front mudguard insecure (2.3.7)

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d) DANGEROUS

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d) DANGEROUS

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Feb 2015 64,373 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2014 62,715 miles

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

Fail 10 Dec 2013 62,710 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Brake disc(s) is excessively distorted (3.2.A1m)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Fail 8 May 2013 62,700 miles

Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Pass 22 May 2012 59,777 miles

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

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

Pass 10 May 2011 52,972 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2010 41,272 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

drive chain worn unevenly

silencer poorly mounted

Pass 27 Apr 2010 41,272 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

drive chain worn unevenly

silencer poorly mounted

Pass 6 May 2009 31,468 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2008 18,662 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

rear tyre profile squaring off

Pass 5 May 2007 10,817 miles

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

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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P121 FAW is a 1997 Honda CBR600F in Black with a 598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1997 Honda CBR600F models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.7% with a typical mileage of 26,263 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 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 P121 FAW, 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 29 years old, this Honda CBR600F is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was P121 FAW registered?

P121 FAW is a 1997 Honda CBR600F, first registered on 28 May 1997.

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