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R421 SWR

1998 Honda CBR600F

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jun 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

35,549 mi
Last recorded35,549 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2026
Typical for 1998 Honda CBR600F23,852 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR421 SWR
MakeHonda
ModelCBR600F
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2026 35,549 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy Notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 26 Jun 2025 34,218 miles

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

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

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy Notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 19 Jun 2024 31,311 miles

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

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

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy Slightly notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 24 May 2023 29,287 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 24 Jun 2022 28,955 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 22 Jul 2014 28,923 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2013 28,801 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2012 28,753 miles

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

Fail 27 Jul 2012 28,753 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Pass 27 Jul 2011 28,416 miles

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

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

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

Pass 29 Jul 2010 27,963 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2009 27,196 miles

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 1 Feb 2008 25,192 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2008 25,192 miles

Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i)) DANGEROUS

Rear swinging arm pivot bolt broken

Pass 4 Jan 2007 22,664 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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R421 SWR is a 1998 Honda CBR600F in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 R421 SWR, 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 R421 SWR registered?

R421 SWR is a 1998 Honda CBR600F, first registered on 15 April 1998.

Is R421 SWR safe to buy?

The MOT history for R421 SWR shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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