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P559 GCH

1997 Honda CBR600

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2022
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

74,390 mi
Last recorded74,390 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2021
Typical for 1997 Honda CBR60026,430 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP559 GCH
MakeHonda
ModelCBR600
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2021 74,390 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 7 Mar 2018 74,376 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 30 Mar 2016 73,902 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2015 72,943 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2013 71,271 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2012 68,850 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2012 68,850 miles

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

Pass 17 Dec 2011 66,176 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2011 60,854 miles

Motorcycle structure slightly insecure (6.1.1c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 8 Jan 2011 60,854 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Motorcycle structure slightly insecure (6.1.1c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 16 Jan 2010 53,482 miles

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

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

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 16 Jan 2010 53,482 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

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

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 30 Dec 2008 39,781 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2008 34,788 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2008 34,788 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 31 May 2007 29,096 miles
Pass 18 May 2006 20,212 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 15 May 2006 20,149 miles

Rear Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c) DANGEROUS

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

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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P559 GCH is a 1997 Honda CBR600 in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 P559 GCH, 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 P559 GCH registered?

P559 GCH is a 1997 Honda CBR600, first registered on 19 April 1997.

Is P559 GCH safe to buy?

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