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R186 KNJ

1998 Honda CB600 Hornet

Blue Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jun 2016
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

27,695 mi
Last recorded27,695 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2015
Typical for 1998 Honda CB600 Hornet23,582 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR186 KNJ
MakeHonda
ModelCB600 Hornet
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2015 27,695 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2015 27,695 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Fail 14 Jul 2014 27,670 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

rear light lens taped in place

side stand operation stiff

Pass 12 Oct 2012 27,623 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

nearside mirror loose

Pass 21 Oct 2011 23,348 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2011 23,348 miles

Brake pedal is bent and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Headlamp switch faulty (1.2.4)

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Rear suspension fouling which affects the movement of the rear suspension (2.4.A.3a)

Rear wheel rotation likely to be impeded (6.2.1b)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a) DANGEROUS

exhaust noise

Pass 14 Oct 2010 19,323 miles

rear seat cover secured with string

Pass 30 May 2009 19,208 miles
Fail 30 May 2009 19,208 miles

Fuel hose leaking (7.2.1a)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 23 May 2008 18,984 miles
Fail 23 May 2008 18,984 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 21 Sep 2006 18,514 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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R186 KNJ is a 1998 Honda CB600 Hornet in Blue with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 R186 KNJ, 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 R186 KNJ registered?

R186 KNJ is a 1998 Honda CB600 Hornet, first registered on 25 April 1998.

Is R186 KNJ safe to buy?

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