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P605 XFW

1997 Honda CBR600

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Dec 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

79,760 mi
Last recorded79,760 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2025
Typical for 1997 Honda CBR60026,430 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP605 XFW
MakeHonda
ModelCBR600
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2025 79,760 miles

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

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (manifold) (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 12 Nov 2024 78,687 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Down pipes (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 29 Nov 2023 78,217 miles

Front Service brake slightly binding

Pass 15 Nov 2022 77,659 miles

Central Exhaust slightly loose exhaust bracket cracked (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 18 Nov 2021 76,099 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2020 75,181 miles

Rear Brake caliper corroded but not seriously weakened caliper mounting pin has movement (1.1.16 (d) (i))

Fail 28 Nov 2020 75,179 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake caliper corroded but not seriously weakened caliper mounting pin has movement (1.1.16 (d) (i))

Pass 22 Jun 2019 73,779 miles

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

Pass 2 Jun 2018 73,201 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2017 68,796 miles

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

Pass 2 Jun 2016 60,616 miles

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Pass 30 May 2015 54,660 miles

rear brake pin worn

Pass 30 May 2014 52,539 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 48,675 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Jun 2012 47,003 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2010 46,023 miles

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

Pass 13 May 2009 45,120 miles
Pass 12 May 2008 42,754 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2006 40,080 miles

Front tyre pressure low

Pass 1 Sep 2005 38,529 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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P605 XFW is a 1997 Honda CBR600 in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 P605 XFW, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P605 XFW registered?

P605 XFW is a 1997 Honda CBR600, first registered on 4 April 1997.

Is P605 XFW safe to buy?

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