CarVerify

Free Car Check

R256 PVK

1998 Honda CB600 Hornet

Black Petrol 599cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jul 2021
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

49,957 mi
Last recorded49,957 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2020
Typical for 1998 Honda CB600 Hornet23,582 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

RegistrationR256 PVK
MakeHonda
ModelCB600 Hornet
Year1998
ColourBlack
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

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2020 49,957 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 20 Apr 2017 49,912 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2017 49,912 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 11 Sep 2015 49,865 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2015 49,865 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 5 Sep 2014 49,610 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2014 49,610 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 8 Aug 2013 47,751 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

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

Offside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 8 Aug 2013 47,751 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 31 Jul 2012 45,310 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 29 Jul 2011 44,109 miles

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

Pass 29 Jul 2010 40,520 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2009 36,390 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2009 36,390 miles

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

Pass 29 Jul 2008 31,855 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2007 27,840 miles

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

Pass 31 Jul 2006 24,020 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2006 24,020 miles

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

Pass 30 Jul 2005 22,633 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
Full Honda CB600 Hornet 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

R256 PVK is a 1998 Honda CB600 Hornet in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 R256 PVK, 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

How do I check the history of R256 PVK?

You can check the full history of R256 PVK by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was R256 PVK registered?

R256 PVK is a 1998 Honda CB600 Hornet, first registered on 1 May 1998.

Is R256 PVK safe to buy?

The MOT history for R256 PVK shows 19 tests with a 68.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R256 PVK 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 R256 PVK. 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.