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R188 KNJ

1998 Honda CB600 Hornet

Blue Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Mar 2027
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

18,941 mi
Last recorded18,941 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2026
Typical for 1998 Honda CB600 Hornet23,582 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR188 KNJ
MakeHonda
ModelCB600 Hornet
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 19 Mar 2026 18,941 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Mar 2025 18,598 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2024 18,147 miles

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 17 Feb 2023 17,128 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 9 Apr 2021 16,898 miles

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

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

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

Pass 20 May 2013 16,819 miles

rear tyre getting close to wear limit.

Pass 12 May 2012 16,238 miles
Pass 21 May 2011 14,715 miles
Pass 20 May 2010 14,529 miles

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

Pass 15 May 2009 14,506 miles

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

Pass 20 May 2008 14,384 miles
Pass 22 May 2007 13,649 miles
Pass 12 May 2006 13,209 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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R188 KNJ is a 1998 Honda CB600 Hornet in Blue with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 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 R188 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 R188 KNJ registered?

R188 KNJ is a 1998 Honda CB600 Hornet, first registered on 18 April 1998.

Is R188 KNJ safe to buy?

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