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P401 PUA

1996 Honda CBR600

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Apr 2027
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

40,514 mi
Last recorded40,514 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2026
Typical for 1996 Honda CBR60026,922 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP401 PUA
MakeHonda
ModelCBR600
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2026 40,514 miles

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

Pass 21 Jun 2025 38,489 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2024 38,202 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2024 38,202 miles

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

Fail 18 May 2024 38,202 miles

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

Pass 2 Jun 2023 37,704 miles
Pass 17 May 2022 36,994 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2021 36,222 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 10 Jun 2020 35,685 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 10 Jun 2020 35,685 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Front Tyre tread not clearly visible (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Apr 2019 34,909 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2017 34,465 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2016 33,630 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 25 Nov 2015 32,943 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2014 32,324 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2013 28,195 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2012 27,857 miles

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Pass 27 Jun 2012 27,857 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2011 27,117 miles

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

Pass 22 Jun 2010 26,507 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2009 25,654 miles

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

Fail 25 Jun 2008 23,422 miles

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

Pass 25 Jun 2008 23,422 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2007 20,812 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2007 20,812 miles

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 30 Jun 2006 19,196 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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P401 PUA is a 1996 Honda CBR600 in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 1996 Honda CBR600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.1% with a typical mileage of 26,922 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 P401 PUA, 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 30 years old, this Honda CBR600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P401 PUA registered?

P401 PUA is a 1996 Honda CBR600, first registered on 7 August 1996.

Is P401 PUA safe to buy?

The MOT history for P401 PUA shows 26 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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