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R477 SMJ

1998 Honda CBR600F

Grey Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Nov 2018
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

38,958 mi
Last recorded38,958 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2017
Typical for 1998 Honda CBR600F23,852 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR477 SMJ
MakeHonda
ModelCBR600F
Year1998
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2017 38,958 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2017 38,958 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 24 Apr 2014 38,124 miles
Pass 13 May 2013 37,992 miles

Nearside Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

tape on headlamp to cover offside kick up

Pass 4 May 2012 37,771 miles

Nearside Front Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

tape on headlamp to cover kick up to offside

Pass 14 May 2011 36,598 miles

tape on headlamp to cover kick up to offside

Fail 21 Apr 2011 36,509 miles

Front Front position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2a)

Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Rear Wheel has an excessively distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Front Front wheel spindle loose (2.3.5a) DANGEROUS

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 9 Mar 2010 32,742 miles

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

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Fail 9 Mar 2010 32,741 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nearside Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

Rear Wheel has an excessively distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

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

Fail 5 Feb 2010 32,741 miles

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Nearside Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Fail 15 Jan 2010 32,717 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Offside Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

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

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

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

Pass 13 Sep 2008 29,485 miles

Centre Front Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 11 May 2007 29,207 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
Full Honda CBR600F reliability report

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R477 SMJ is a 1998 Honda CBR600F in Grey with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 R477 SMJ, 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 R477 SMJ registered?

R477 SMJ is a 1998 Honda CBR600F, first registered on 14 February 1998.

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