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PL03 HVN

2003 Honda CBR600FS

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2026
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

16,242 mi
Last recorded16,242 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2025
Typical for 2003 Honda CBR600FS15,183 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPL03 HVN
MakeHonda
ModelCBR600FS
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2025 16,242 miles

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Fail 18 Jul 2025 15,981 miles

Front Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 24 Jul 2024 13,093 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2024 13,086 miles

Rear Outer Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 Aug 2023 9,172 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2023 9,172 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 Aug 2019 14,813 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2018 13,930 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2011 11,555 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2011 11,555 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear mono-shock pivot seized (2.4.B.4)

Pass 31 Aug 2007 10,068 miles

Front Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 6 Jul 2006 9,119 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2006 9,119 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick-up is to the offside (1.6.1)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

How Reliable is the Honda CBR600FS?

Based on 29,431 MOT tests across 2,462 vehicles.

84.9%
Pass Rate
831
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
2,462
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 449
reflector on motorcycle missing 231
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 206
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 179
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 149
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PL03 HVN is a 2003 Honda CBR600FS in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

Across all 2003 Honda CBR600FS models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.1% with a typical mileage of 15,183 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 CBR600FS fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 449 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PL03 HVN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CBR600FS typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 23 years old, this Honda CBR600FS is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was PL03 HVN registered?

PL03 HVN is a 2003 Honda CBR600FS, first registered on 5 June 2003.

Is PL03 HVN safe to buy?

The MOT history for PL03 HVN shows 13 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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