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P197 LKL

1997 Honda CBR600F

Black Petrol 598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 May 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

51,079 mi
Last recorded51,079 miles
Recorded on6 May 2025
Typical for 1997 Honda CBR600F26,263 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP197 LKL
MakeHonda
ModelCBR600F
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine598cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 May 2025 51,079 miles

Nearside side panel loose but not likely to fall off

Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 1 May 2025 51,079 miles

All direction indicators adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect Kick up wrong side (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.4 (a))

Nearside side panel loose but not likely to fall off

Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 9 Aug 2023 50,937 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2023 50,937 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 May 2020 47,482 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Pass 25 Mar 2019 47,334 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 29 Mar 2018 46,959 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2017 46,741 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2017 46,741 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Pass 10 Mar 2016 46,555 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2015 46,088 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2014 45,515 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2013 44,311 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 3 Mar 2012 43,198 miles

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

Pass 19 Mar 2011 41,047 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2010 39,957 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2010 39,957 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 28 Feb 2009 39,309 miles

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

Pass 12 Feb 2008 38,834 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2006 37,361 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2006 36,086 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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P197 LKL is a 1997 Honda CBR600F in Black with a 598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 P197 LKL, 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 P197 LKL registered?

P197 LKL is a 1997 Honda CBR600F, first registered on 5 March 1997.

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