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R159 VFP

1998 Honda CBR600F

Black Petrol 598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2026
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

45,252 mi
Last recorded45,252 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2025
Typical for 1998 Honda CBR600F23,852 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR159 VFP
MakeHonda
ModelCBR600F
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2025 45,252 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2023 44,919 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 22 Jun 2023 44,919 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 May 2020 43,384 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2018 42,359 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2017 38,530 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2015 37,329 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 24 Oct 2013 34,233 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 12 Apr 2008 32,090 miles

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 17 Jun 2006 27,928 miles

How Reliable is the Honda CBR600F?

Based on 233,298 MOT tests across 21,936 vehicles.

84.3%
Pass Rate
762
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
21,936
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 3,898
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 2,218
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 2,113
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 1,718
wheel bearings have excessive free play 1,311
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R159 VFP is a 1998 Honda CBR600F in Black with a 598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1998 Honda CBR600F models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.4% with a typical mileage of 23,852 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda CBR600F fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 3,898 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R159 VFP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CBR600F typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 28 years old, this Honda CBR600F is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R159 VFP registered?

R159 VFP is a 1998 Honda CBR600F, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R159 VFP safe to buy?

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