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R278 OTA

1998 Honda CBR600F

Grey Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jul 2017
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

25,929 mi
Last recorded25,929 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2016
Typical for 1998 Honda CBR600F23,852 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR278 OTA
MakeHonda
ModelCBR600F
Year1998
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2016 25,929 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 4 Apr 2012 25,924 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2011 25,592 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2010 25,485 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2009 24,054 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2008 22,903 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Fail 28 Mar 2008 22,903 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

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

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 24 Mar 2007 1,946 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2006 19,281 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

How Reliable is the Honda CBR600F?

Based on 233,298 MOT tests across 21,936 vehicles.

84.3%
Pass Rate
762
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
21,936
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 3,898
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 2,218
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 2,113
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 1,718
wheel bearings have excessive free play 1,311
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R278 OTA is a 1998 Honda CBR600F in Grey with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1998 Honda CBR600F models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.4% with a typical mileage of 23,852 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda CBR600F fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 3,898 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R278 OTA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CBR600F typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 28 years old, this Honda CBR600F is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R278 OTA registered?

R278 OTA is a 1998 Honda CBR600F, first registered on 28 May 1998.

Is R278 OTA safe to buy?

The MOT history for R278 OTA shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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