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R228 WFV

1998 Honda Cbr 600

Black Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2015
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

Typical for 1998 Honda Cbr 60029,684 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR228 WFV
MakeHonda
ModelCbr 600
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2014

no clocks fitted.

Fail 28 Jan 2014

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Headlamp aim headlamp damaged and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Nearside Front Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.2.B2b)

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

no clocks fitted.

Pass 29 Nov 2011

dent n/s/r wheel

drive chain is a little slack but safe to use

main beam appears to high

number plate light showing blue light to rear

o/s/f disc slight warp

poor battery performance

slight buckle o/s/f wheel

slight warp rear disc

Fail 24 Nov 2011

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Indicator tell tale not functioning (1.5.2)

Nearside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Offside Front Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.2.B2b)

Offside Rear Brake pedal insecure (3.1.2a)

Offside Rear Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

dent n/s/r wheel

drive chain is a little slack but safe to use

main beam appears to high

n/s rider footrest split pin starting to wear still secure

number plate light showing blue light to rear

o/s/f disc slight warp

poor battery performance

rear master cylinder cap incorrectly fitted not leaking

sign of coolant leak n/s

slight buckle o/s/f wheel

slight warp rear disc

wiring loom getting trapped on r/h lock does not interfere with steering

Pass 14 Aug 2010 24,208 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2009 19,254 miles

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

Pass 11 Aug 2008 12,200 miles

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

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

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

Pass 16 Aug 2007 5,541 miles

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How Reliable is the Honda Cbr 600?

Based on 5,328 MOT tests across 563 vehicles.

82.9%
Pass Rate
791
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
563
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 91
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 52
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 47
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 45
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 37
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R228 WFV is a 1998 Honda Cbr 600 in Black with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1998 Honda Cbr 600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.2% with a typical mileage of 29,684 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 Cbr 600 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 91 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R228 WFV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Cbr 600 typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 28 years old, this Honda Cbr 600 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R228 WFV registered?

R228 WFV is a 1998 Honda Cbr 600, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R228 WFV safe to buy?

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