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P234 NLC

1997 Honda CBR600

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2018
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

41,738 mi
Last recorded41,738 miles
Recorded on29 May 2017
Typical for 1997 Honda CBR60026,430 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP234 NLC
MakeHonda
ModelCBR600
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 May 2017 41,738 miles

Front Headlamp slightly discoloured yellow/blue bulb fitted (1.2.1)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Fail 29 May 2017 41,738 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake before lever is pushed forward to release (3.3.A1a)

Front Headlamp slightly discoloured yellow/blue bulb fitted (1.2.1)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 29 Apr 2016 35,328 miles
Pass 28 May 2015 32,394 miles
Pass 20 May 2014 28,481 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2009 28,259 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2007 26,325 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 30 Oct 2006 21,151 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 21 Jul 2005 20,190 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2005 20,190 miles

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

Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

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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P234 NLC is a 1997 Honda CBR600 in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 P234 NLC, 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 P234 NLC registered?

P234 NLC is a 1997 Honda CBR600, first registered on 7 January 1997.

Is P234 NLC safe to buy?

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