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R301 XBV

1998 Honda CBR600F

Multi-colour Petrol 598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2025
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

27,646 mi
Last recorded27,646 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2024
Typical for 1998 Honda CBR600F23,852 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR301 XBV
MakeHonda
ModelCBR600F
Year1998
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2024 27,646 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Nearside lock stop Ineffective

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread slightly cracked (0.1 (b))

Pass 21 May 2014 27,020 miles
Fail 21 May 2014 27,020 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Fail 7 Jul 2012 27,017 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 7 Jul 2012 27,017 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2011 26,793 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2011 26,793 miles

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 2 Jul 2010 26,070 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2010 26,070 miles

Handlebar mounting clamp loose (2.1.1a)

Pass 20 Jun 2009 24,099 miles

rear tyre showing signs of wear

slight play in rear wheel bearings

Fail 13 Jun 2008 20,722 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Pass 13 Jun 2008 20,722 miles

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

Pass 18 Jun 2007 16,186 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2007 16,186 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 28 Feb 2006 14,681 miles

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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R301 XBV is a 1998 Honda CBR600F in Multi-colour with a 598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R301 XBV, 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 R301 XBV registered?

R301 XBV is a 1998 Honda CBR600F, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R301 XBV safe to buy?

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