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R38 NFW

1998 Honda CB600

Blue Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Dec 2020
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

54,070 mi
Last recorded54,070 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2019
Typical for 1998 Honda CB60024,076 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR38 NFW
MakeHonda
ModelCB600
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2019 54,070 miles

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

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

Fail 19 Jun 2019 54,070 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 7 Jun 2018 50,650 miles

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

Pass 14 Jun 2017 47,073 miles

reg plate corner broken

silencer retainer springs missing but system secure

Fail 8 Jun 2017 47,033 miles

Offside Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

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

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

reg plate corner broken

silencer retainer springs missing but system secure

Pass 11 May 2016 38,689 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2015 36,707 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2014 20,879 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2014 20,879 miles

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

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

Pass 17 May 2013 20,532 miles
Pass 3 May 2012 20,294 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 19,765 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2010 18,962 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2009 18,294 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2008 17,811 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2007 16,552 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2006 15,797 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2006 15,797 miles

Rear Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

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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R38 NFW is a 1998 Honda CB600 in Blue with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 R38 NFW, 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 R38 NFW registered?

R38 NFW is a 1998 Honda CB600, first registered on 19 June 1998.

Is R38 NFW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R38 NFW shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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