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R159 FJV

1998 Honda CB600 Hornet

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Sep 2014
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

17,596 mi
Last recorded17,596 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2013
Typical for 1998 Honda CB600 Hornet23,582 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR159 FJV
MakeHonda
ModelCB600 Hornet
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2013 17,596 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2012 17,588 miles

rear tyre 3mm

Fail 8 Sep 2012 17,586 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

rear tyre 3mm

Pass 3 Sep 2010 15,065 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2009 14,688 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2009 14,688 miles

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 23 Aug 2008 13,739 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2007 13,662 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2006 10,792 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2006 10,792 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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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R159 FJV is a 1998 Honda CB600 Hornet in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 R159 FJV, 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 R159 FJV registered?

R159 FJV is a 1998 Honda CB600 Hornet, first registered on 9 April 1998.

Is R159 FJV safe to buy?

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