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P980 VRO

1997 Honda CBR600F

Yellow Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Nov 2020
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

36,198 mi
Last recorded36,198 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2019
Typical for 1997 Honda CBR600F26,263 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP980 VRO
MakeHonda
ModelCBR600F
Year1997
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2019 36,198 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Front brake is binding slightly.

Front tyre is badly perished.

Pass 27 Mar 2019 35,252 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 27 Mar 2019 35,252 miles

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (6.1.2 (c))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Aug 2016 35,238 miles

lower fairings missing at time of test

Fail 30 Jul 2016 35,224 miles

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

lower fairings missing at time of test

Pass 5 Aug 2015 39,232 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Fail 25 Jul 2015 30,218 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Rear Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Pass 19 Apr 2014 27,999 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 4 May 2013 16,206 miles

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

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

Pass 5 May 2012 16,115 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2011 15,602 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 30 Apr 2011 15,602 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2010 14,577 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2009 12,450 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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P980 VRO is a 1997 Honda CBR600F in Yellow with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 P980 VRO, 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 P980 VRO registered?

P980 VRO is a 1997 Honda CBR600F, first registered on 9 July 1997.

Is P980 VRO safe to buy?

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