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R126 ALD

1998 Honda CB600 Hornet

Blue Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Apr 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

48,775 mi
Last recorded48,775 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2013
Typical for 1998 Honda CB600 Hornet23,582 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR126 ALD
MakeHonda
ModelCB600 Hornet
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2013 48,775 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

Pass 11 Apr 2012 46,469 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2011 42,816 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2010 39,489 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2010 39,489 miles

Front Brake component is excessively corroded (3.1.5)

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

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

Pass 3 Mar 2009 35,761 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2009 35,761 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 20 Mar 2008 32,439 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2008 32,439 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Mar 2007 29,260 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2006 26,043 miles

How Reliable is the Honda CB600 Hornet?

Based on 32,894 MOT tests across 2,748 vehicles.

82.1%
Pass Rate
875
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
2,748
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 563
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 374
reflector on motorcycle missing 320
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 289
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 238
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R126 ALD is a 1998 Honda CB600 Hornet in Blue with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1998 Honda CB600 Hornet models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.9% with a typical mileage of 23,582 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 Hornet fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 563 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R126 ALD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R126 ALD registered?

R126 ALD is a 1998 Honda CB600 Hornet, first registered on 8 June 1998.

Is R126 ALD safe to buy?

The MOT history for R126 ALD shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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