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R397 XTP

1998 Honda Cbr 600

Orange Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jan 2019
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

30,724 mi
Last recorded30,724 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2018
Typical for 1998 Honda Cbr 60029,684 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR397 XTP
MakeHonda
ModelCbr 600
Year1998
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Jan 2018 30,724 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Pass 24 Jan 2017 30,306 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2017 30,296 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Pass 13 Jan 2016 30,152 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Aug 2014 28,811 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2009 27,519 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 7 Aug 2009 27,519 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 11 Sep 2008 25,845 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 10 Sep 2008 25,845 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 31 Aug 2007 22,507 miles
Pass 23 May 2007 22,504 miles
Fail 18 May 2007 22,499 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Pass 25 Jul 2006 21,600 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Cbr 600?

Based on 5,328 MOT tests across 563 vehicles.

82.9%
Pass Rate
791
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
563
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 91
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 52
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 47
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 45
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 37
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R397 XTP is a 1998 Honda Cbr 600 in Orange with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 1998 Honda Cbr 600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.2% with a typical mileage of 29,684 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 Cbr 600 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 91 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R397 XTP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Cbr 600 typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 28 years old, this Honda Cbr 600 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R397 XTP registered?

R397 XTP is a 1998 Honda Cbr 600, first registered on 20 March 1998.

Is R397 XTP safe to buy?

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