CarVerify

Free Car Check

R244 JGA

1998 Honda CB600

Red Petrol 599cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2026
Tests25 (18 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate72%

Mileage

42,658 mi
Last recorded42,658 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2025
Typical for 1998 Honda CB60024,076 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Honda
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationR244 JGA
MakeHonda
ModelCB600
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

18 pass 7 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2025 42,658 miles

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

Pass 30 Aug 2023 42,628 miles

Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Indicator tell tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Sep 2022 42,592 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2021 42,546 miles
Pass 13 May 2019 42,225 miles

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

Fail 13 May 2019 42,225 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Apr 2018 40,457 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2017 39,759 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2017 39,706 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 20 Feb 2016 37,607 miles

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

Pass 13 Mar 2015 33,073 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2014 32,529 miles

Slight frame corrosion

Pass 27 Jun 2013 31,369 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2013 31,369 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Fail 29 Mar 2012 30,836 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 29 Mar 2012 30,836 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 2 Apr 2011 28,388 miles

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

Fail 2 Apr 2011 28,388 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Fail 17 Mar 2010 27,075 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 17 Mar 2010 27,075 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 18 Mar 2009 25,724 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 15 Mar 2008 24,026 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2007 20,731 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2006 17,034 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2006 17,034 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6.2)

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

How Reliable is the Honda CB600?

Based on 51,340 MOT tests across 4,424 vehicles.

84.4%
Pass Rate
929
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
4,424
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 773
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 476
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 379
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 332
reflector on motorcycle missing 297
Full Honda CB600 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

R244 JGA is a 1998 Honda CB600 in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72%.

Across all 1998 Honda CB600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.2% with a typical mileage of 24,076 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 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 773 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R244 JGA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CB600 typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 28 years old, this Honda CB600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R244 JGA?

You can check the full history of R244 JGA by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was R244 JGA registered?

R244 JGA is a 1998 Honda CB600, first registered on 8 April 1998.

Is R244 JGA safe to buy?

The MOT history for R244 JGA shows 25 tests with a 72% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R244 JGA have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on R244 JGA. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.