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R123 ALD

1998 Honda CB600

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Sep 2025
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

39,876 mi
Last recorded39,876 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2024
Typical for 1998 Honda CB60024,076 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR123 ALD
MakeHonda
ModelCB600
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2024 39,876 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Exhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

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

Fail 7 Sep 2024 39,876 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Exhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 12 Aug 2022 39,276 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2022 39,276 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 2 May 2019 36,067 miles

light pitting on front fork/s

Pass 25 Apr 2018 35,092 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 28 Apr 2017 32,992 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2017 32,992 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 3 May 2016 27,165 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

all four indicators discoloured

Fail 3 May 2016 27,165 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

all four indicators discoloured

Pass 30 Apr 2015 26,307 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2014 25,918 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2010 25,723 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2010 25,722 miles

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

back side of n/s front disc is not running clean note only.

engine will not run at tick over

Pass 13 Mar 2009 25,553 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2007 25,485 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2006 25,416 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2005 24,997 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2005 24,944 miles

Rear Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

How Reliable is the Honda CB600?

Based on 51,340 MOT tests across 4,424 vehicles.

84.4%
Pass Rate
929
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
4,424
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 773
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 476
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 379
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 332
reflector on motorcycle missing 297
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R123 ALD is a 1998 Honda CB600 in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

Across all 1998 Honda CB600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.2% with a typical mileage of 24,076 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 CB600 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 773 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R123 ALD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CB600 typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 28 years old, this Honda CB600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R123 ALD registered?

R123 ALD is a 1998 Honda CB600, first registered on 18 May 1998.

Is R123 ALD safe to buy?

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