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P962 YYJ

1997 Honda Cbr 600

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jun 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

37,412 mi
Last recorded37,412 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda Cbr 60025,510 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP962 YYJ
MakeHonda
ModelCbr 600
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2026 37,412 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2025 37,087 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2024 36,754 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2023 35,991 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2022 35,401 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2021 34,450 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2020 34,190 miles
Pass 13 May 2019 33,738 miles
Pass 3 May 2018 32,732 miles
Pass 16 May 2017 31,746 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2016 30,961 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2015 29,768 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 13 May 2014 29,305 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 16 May 2013 28,822 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 18 May 2012 28,095 miles

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

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

no fairings at time of test

rear brake caliper bushes worn

Pass 12 May 2011 27,722 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

noisey rear brakes

Pass 21 May 2010 26,614 miles

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

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

non standard indicators fitted

Pass 21 May 2009 25,845 miles
Pass 14 May 2008 25,216 miles
Pass 14 May 2007 23,583 miles

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

Fail 14 May 2007 23,583 miles

Rear Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

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

Pass 27 Apr 2006 22,110 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Cbr 600?

Based on 5,328 MOT tests across 563 vehicles.

82.9%
Pass Rate
791
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
563
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 91
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 52
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 47
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 45
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 37
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P962 YYJ is a 1997 Honda Cbr 600 in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

Across all 1997 Honda Cbr 600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.3% with a typical mileage of 25,510 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda Cbr 600 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 91 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P962 YYJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Cbr 600 typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 29 years old, this Honda Cbr 600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P962 YYJ registered?

P962 YYJ is a 1997 Honda Cbr 600, first registered on 27 February 1997.

Is P962 YYJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for P962 YYJ shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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