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R157 KAV

1998 Honda Cbr 600 F

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

13,328 mi
Last recorded13,328 miles
Recorded on15 May 2025
Typical for 1998 Honda Cbr 600 F21,605 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR157 KAV
MakeHonda
ModelCbr 600 F
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 May 2025 13,328 miles
Pass 7 May 2024 13,061 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2022 12,999 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Fail 25 Oct 2022 12,999 miles

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

Front Nail in tyre ()

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 29 Oct 2021 12,728 miles
Pass 24 May 2018 12,476 miles
Fail 22 May 2018 12,476 miles

Front Brake lever is so short that the brake cannot be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 23 Apr 2016 12,397 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 25 Apr 2015 12,240 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 13 May 2014 12,021 miles
Pass 10 May 2013 11,904 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 11 May 2012 11,611 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 4 May 2011 11,419 miles

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

Pass 28 Apr 2010 11,313 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2009 11,269 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2008 10,838 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2007 10,627 miles

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

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

Pass 16 May 2006 10,234 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Cbr 600 F?

Based on 11,541 MOT tests across 1,855 vehicles.

85.2%
Pass Rate
767
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
1,855
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 207
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 150
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 79
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 77
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 76
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R157 KAV is a 1998 Honda Cbr 600 F in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1998 Honda Cbr 600 F models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.7% with a typical mileage of 21,605 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda Cbr 600 F fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 207 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R157 KAV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Cbr 600 F typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 28 years old, this Honda Cbr 600 F is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R157 KAV registered?

R157 KAV is a 1998 Honda Cbr 600 F, first registered on 25 February 1998.

Is R157 KAV safe to buy?

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