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P976 HBG

1997 Honda CBR600F

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jun 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

32,467 mi
Last recorded32,467 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda CBR600F26,263 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP976 HBG
MakeHonda
ModelCBR600F
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2026 32,467 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Steering operation fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock (2.1.4 (b))

Fail 4 Jun 2026 32,450 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Steering operation fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock (2.1.4 (b))

Pass 8 Jul 2024 26,102 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2023 24,929 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2022 24,724 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Jul 2021 24,498 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Jul 2020 23,756 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Jul 2019 23,398 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 30 Jun 2018 23,024 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2017 22,643 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2016 22,090 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2016 22,090 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 11 Sep 2015 21,318 miles

Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Fail 2 Sep 2015 21,309 miles

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Fail 9 Sep 2014 18,730 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 9 Sep 2014 18,730 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2013 15,470 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2012 11,283 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2011 10,348 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2010 9,848 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2009 9,818 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2008 9,796 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2007 9,660 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2006 9,432 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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P976 HBG is a 1997 Honda CBR600F in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 P976 HBG, 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 P976 HBG registered?

P976 HBG is a 1997 Honda CBR600F, first registered on 2 May 1997.

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