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R260 EVM

1998 Honda CB600

Blue Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jan 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

52,885 mi
Last recorded52,885 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2026
Typical for 1998 Honda CB60024,076 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR260 EVM
MakeHonda
ModelCB600
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2026 52,885 miles

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

Fail 30 Jan 2026 52,885 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 20 Nov 2024 52,548 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2023 51,553 miles

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

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 20 Oct 2022 49,953 miles

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

Fail 20 Oct 2022 49,953 miles

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

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Sep 2021 48,385 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

Fail 20 Sep 2021 48,385 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

Stop lamp not working rear foot pedal (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Sep 2020 47,637 miles

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

Pass 26 Apr 2019 46,067 miles

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

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

Pass 16 May 2018 14,850 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Fail 16 May 2018 14,850 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Pass 16 Jun 2016 43,852 miles

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

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

Fail 15 Aug 2014 43,658 miles

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

Nearside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 15 Aug 2014 43,658 miles

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

Pass 26 May 2012 43,285 miles

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

Rear wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 4 Mar 2011 42,275 miles

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

Pass 29 Sep 2009 40,417 miles
Pass 23 May 2008 37,444 miles

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

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

Pass 14 May 2007 34,636 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2006 30,229 miles

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
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R260 EVM is a 1998 Honda CB600 in Blue with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 R260 EVM, 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.

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What year was R260 EVM registered?

R260 EVM is a 1998 Honda CB600, first registered on 19 May 1998.

Is R260 EVM safe to buy?

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