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R280 DCL

1998 Honda CB600

White Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Apr 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

58,868 mi
Last recorded58,868 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2026
Typical for 1998 Honda CB60024,076 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR280 DCL
MakeHonda
ModelCB600
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2026 58,868 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 4 Apr 2025 58,660 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 15 Feb 2024 58,272 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 5 Jun 2021 57,815 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 17 Apr 2017 57,607 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 9 Apr 2016 57,042 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Fail 1 Apr 2016 57,042 miles

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

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 8 Apr 2015 55,433 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Fail 8 Apr 2015 55,433 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 18 Jul 2013 55,169 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2012 53,999 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2011 53,495 miles

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

Fail 19 Jul 2010 51,678 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

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

Rear Registration plate characters laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Pass 19 Jul 2010 51,678 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2009 47,109 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2008 40,078 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2007 31,959 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2006 25,417 miles

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

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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R280 DCL is a 1998 Honda CB600 in White with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 R280 DCL, 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

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What year was R280 DCL registered?

R280 DCL is a 1998 Honda CB600, first registered on 11 April 1998.

Is R280 DCL safe to buy?

The MOT history for R280 DCL shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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