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P159 FPK

1997 Honda CBR600F

Yellow Petrol 598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jul 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

26,576 mi
Last recorded26,576 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda CBR600F26,263 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP159 FPK
MakeHonda
ModelCBR600F
Year1997
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine598cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2026 26,576 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2025 24,602 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2024 24,569 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2023 24,297 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2022 24,217 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2021 24,191 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2019 23,704 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2018 23,576 miles

Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort 12 kgf deflection front disc (1.2.1 (e))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 30 May 2017 23,350 miles

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

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

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

Pass 18 Jun 2016 23,313 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort 17 kgf deflection (3.3.A1d)

Front Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. knock to offside front rim (4.2.2)

Pass 3 Jun 2015 23,131 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2014 23,071 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 29 May 2013 22,905 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Pass 30 May 2012 22,832 miles
Pass 25 May 2011 22,625 miles

odd brake pads fitted to front calipers

Pass 3 Jun 2010 22,620 miles
Fail 27 May 2010 22,616 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 22 May 2009 22,555 miles
Pass 8 May 2008 22,379 miles
Pass 23 May 2007 22,354 miles
Fail 22 May 2007 22,354 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

Fail 22 May 2006 22,234 miles

Rear Brake hose leaking fluid (3.2.B4)

Pass 22 May 2006 22,234 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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P159 FPK is a 1997 Honda CBR600F in Yellow with a 598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 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 P159 FPK, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P159 FPK registered?

P159 FPK is a 1997 Honda CBR600F, first registered on 21 February 1997.

Is P159 FPK safe to buy?

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