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PL03 FGU

2003 Honda CBR600

Yellow Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jul 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

39,847 mi
Last recorded39,847 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2025
Typical for 2003 Honda CBR60017,072 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPL03 FGU
MakeHonda
ModelCBR600
Year2003
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc
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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2025 39,847 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2024 39,815 miles
Pass 27 May 2023 39,785 miles
Pass 9 May 2022 39,601 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2021 39,399 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2019 38,012 miles
Pass 26 May 2018 37,076 miles
Pass 18 May 2017 36,093 miles

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 16 Jul 2016 35,770 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2016 35,741 miles

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

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 13 Jun 2015 35,670 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2013 34,263 miles

Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 25 Aug 2012 29,496 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2012 29,496 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.6)

Pass 3 Aug 2011 21,954 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2011 21,954 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 1 Apr 2010 9,424 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 27 Aug 2008 9,395 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2007 8,918 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle incorrectly positioned (1.4.2d)

Pass 4 Aug 2007 8,918 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2006 7,763 miles

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

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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PL03 FGU is a 2003 Honda CBR600 in Yellow with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

Across all 2003 Honda CBR600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.1% with a typical mileage of 17,072 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 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 PL03 FGU, 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 23 years old, this Honda CBR600 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was PL03 FGU registered?

PL03 FGU is a 2003 Honda CBR600, first registered on 9 June 2003.

Is PL03 FGU safe to buy?

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