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P494 GAW

1997 Honda CBR600F

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2025
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

30,994 mi
Last recorded30,994 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2024
Typical for 1997 Honda CBR600F26,263 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP494 GAW
MakeHonda
ModelCBR600F
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc
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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2024 30,994 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2022 29,268 miles
Pass 28 May 2021 26,762 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2019 26,330 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2016 25,632 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 28 Aug 2015 25,414 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2014 25,197 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2013 22,828 miles
Pass 16 May 2012 22,445 miles

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

Pass 16 Jun 2011 22,097 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2010 21,663 miles

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

Pass 9 Jun 2009 20,772 miles
Pass 29 May 2008 20,010 miles
Pass 18 May 2007 18,845 miles

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

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

clamp loose on down-pipe to silencer joint

Fail 19 May 2006 17,360 miles

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

Pass 19 May 2006 17,360 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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P494 GAW is a 1997 Honda CBR600F in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 P494 GAW, 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 P494 GAW registered?

P494 GAW is a 1997 Honda CBR600F, first registered on 12 May 1997.

Is P494 GAW safe to buy?

The MOT history for P494 GAW shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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