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P233 OWE

1997 Honda CBR600

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2023
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

65,468 mi
Last recorded65,468 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2022
Typical for 1997 Honda CBR60026,430 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP233 OWE
MakeHonda
ModelCBR600
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2022 65,468 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 28 Apr 2021 65,191 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 26 Jul 2019 65,004 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2018 64,394 miles
Pass 12 May 2017 63,897 miles
Fail 12 May 2017 63,897 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 14 May 2016 63,571 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 30 May 2015 62,285 miles

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

Pass 29 May 2014 61,375 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 6 Mar 2013 57,512 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2012 57,446 miles

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

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

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

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

Pass 20 Oct 2011 52,394 miles

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

Fail 19 Oct 2011 52,390 miles

Front Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.2.B2b)

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

Pass 28 Aug 2009 44,692 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2008 37,908 miles

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

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

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

Rear Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Fail 13 Oct 2007 37,903 miles

Centre Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Nearside Front Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Offside Front Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Nearside Front Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 11 Aug 2006 26,259 miles

How Reliable is the Honda CBR600?

Based on 17,884 MOT tests across 1,788 vehicles.

82.5%
Pass Rate
770
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
1,788
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 333
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 226
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 204
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 194
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 141
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P233 OWE is a 1997 Honda CBR600 in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 1997 Honda CBR600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.1% with a typical mileage of 26,430 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 CBR600 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 333 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P233 OWE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CBR600 typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 29 years old, this Honda CBR600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P233 OWE registered?

P233 OWE is a 1997 Honda CBR600, first registered on 23 May 1997.

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