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R174 USP

1998 Honda CBR600F

Black Petrol 598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Sep 2026
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

36,183 mi
Last recorded36,183 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2025
Typical for 1998 Honda CBR600F23,852 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR174 USP
MakeHonda
ModelCBR600F
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine598cc

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2025 36,183 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2024 35,767 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2023 35,684 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

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

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 25 Aug 2023 35,684 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

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

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 18 Jul 2023 35,684 miles

Central Front Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Central Front Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Central Front Steering headbearing in such a condition that steering control is adversely affected (2.2.2 (f) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Central Front Blot in front mudguard loose

Central Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Central Rear Rear shocker corroded

Central Rear Stop lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Central chassis corroded

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 3 Nov 2021 34,828 miles

Front Brake slightly tight

Pass 5 Nov 2020 29,921 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2019 23,887 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Nov 2018 20,384 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2018 20,384 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Oct 2017 34,538 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2017 34,538 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Front Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 11 Aug 2016 34,538 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2015 34,538 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2014 34,538 miles

right hand mirror cracked

Pass 20 Jul 2013 34,538 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2012 34,538 miles

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

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.2.B2a)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.2.B2a)

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

chain need ajusted or replaced

Pass 11 Jul 2011 34,538 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2010 34,538 miles

Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 12 Jun 2009 34,538 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2008 34,538 miles
Pass 14 May 2007 34,332 miles
Fail 10 May 2007 34,321 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 31 May 2006 32,921 miles
Fail 23 May 2006 32,908 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Front mudguard insecure (2.3.7)

Headlamp aim beam image kick-up is to the offside (1.6.1)

Main Stand is siezed in a lowered position and could contact the ground while cornering hard

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
Full Honda CBR600F reliability report

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R174 USP is a 1998 Honda CBR600F in Black with a 598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R174 USP, 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.

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What year was R174 USP registered?

R174 USP is a 1998 Honda CBR600F, first registered on 10 July 1998.

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