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P659 OBU

1997 Honda CBR600F

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Mar 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

26,688 mi
Last recorded26,688 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda CBR600F26,263 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP659 OBU
MakeHonda
ModelCBR600F
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2026 26,688 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2025 26,304 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2024 25,793 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2015 22,879 miles

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

Pass 26 Apr 2014 21,020 miles

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

Fail 26 Apr 2014 21,020 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 20 May 2013 18,393 miles

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

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

Pass 22 May 2012 16,451 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2011 15,791 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2010 15,138 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2009 15,130 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2008 15,063 miles

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

Pass 17 Feb 2007 14,751 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2006 11,899 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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P659 OBU is a 1997 Honda CBR600F in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 P659 OBU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P659 OBU registered?

P659 OBU is a 1997 Honda CBR600F, first registered on 1 July 1997.

Is P659 OBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for P659 OBU shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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