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R257 PVN

1998 Honda CB600 Hornet

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jul 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

21,149 mi
Last recorded21,149 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2026
Typical for 1998 Honda CB600 Hornet23,582 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR257 PVN
MakeHonda
ModelCB600 Hornet
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2026 21,149 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2025 20,899 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2024 20,882 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2023 20,737 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2021 20,428 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2020 19,581 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2019 18,971 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2018 18,485 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2017 17,669 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2016 14,704 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2015 12,106 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2014 11,310 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nearside Front Lower Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.2.B2a)

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

front tyre flat prs

Pass 29 Jul 2014 11,310 miles

Nearside Front Lower Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.2.B2a)

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

front tyre flat prs

Pass 7 Aug 2013 11,189 miles

rear brake caliper has slight movement at slider pins

Fail 5 Aug 2013 11,189 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

rear brake caliper has slight movement at slider pins

Pass 31 Jul 2012 10,980 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2011 10,889 miles

Front Brake lever slightly damaged (3.2.A1c)

Pass 11 Sep 2010 10,763 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2009 10,478 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2008 10,104 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2007 9,794 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2006 9,024 miles

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

Fail 1 Sep 2006 9,024 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Aug 2005 8,606 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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R257 PVN is a 1998 Honda CB600 Hornet in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 R257 PVN, 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 R257 PVN registered?

R257 PVN is a 1998 Honda CB600 Hornet, first registered on 1 June 1998.

Is R257 PVN safe to buy?

The MOT history for R257 PVN shows 24 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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