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R157 RDY

1998 Honda CB600 Hornet

Blue Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jun 2027
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

36,328 mi
Last recorded36,328 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2026
Typical for 1998 Honda CB600 Hornet23,582 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR157 RDY
MakeHonda
ModelCB600 Hornet
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 30 Jun 2026 36,328 miles
Pass 1 May 2025 36,085 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2024 35,775 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

rear number plate faded

rear number plate slightly reduced in size

rear shock absorber movement stiff on compression and rebound.

Pass 27 Mar 2023 35,380 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2022 34,948 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2021 34,053 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2020 32,682 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2019 30,729 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2017 26,579 miles

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

Pass 7 Oct 2016 20,267 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2015 19,933 miles

Offside front footrest slightly loose

Pass 23 May 2014 19,854 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2012 18,883 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2009 17,761 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Mar 2008 11,428 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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R157 RDY is a 1998 Honda CB600 Hornet in Blue with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 R157 RDY, 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 R157 RDY registered?

R157 RDY is a 1998 Honda CB600 Hornet, first registered on 17 July 1998.

Is R157 RDY safe to buy?

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