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R488 UCW

1998 Honda CBR600F

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Oct 2024
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

30,346 mi
Last recorded30,346 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2023
Typical for 1998 Honda CBR600F23,852 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR488 UCW
MakeHonda
ModelCBR600F
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 18 Oct 2023 30,346 miles

Central Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

front mudguard loose

Fail 7 Oct 2023 30,336 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Front Brake master cylinder defective but brake still operating (1.1.10 (b) (i))

Handlebar fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock (2.1.4 (b))

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

Central Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

front mudguard loose

Pass 1 Dec 2020 28,546 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2020 28,546 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 29 May 2019 24,672 miles
Fail 28 May 2019 24,662 miles

Handlebar restricted in free movement from lock to lock (2.1.4 (c))

Pass 8 Jun 2018 21,897 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

steering notchy

Fail 5 Jun 2018 21,874 miles

Headlamp aim too high up kick also to offside (4.1.2 (a))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Throttle operating incorrectly cables routed wrong causing sticking (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

steering notchy

Pass 29 Mar 2017 20,586 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2016 19,564 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2015 17,671 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2014 16,435 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2013 15,797 miles

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

Pass 20 Apr 2012 15,363 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2011 15,289 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Jun 2011 15,289 miles
Pass 29 May 2010 15,032 miles

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

Fail 12 Sep 2009 15,012 miles

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

Front Wheel has an excessively distorted bead rim. (4.2.2) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 20 Aug 2008 14,174 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2008 14,174 miles

Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.6)

Pass 7 Sep 2007 12,862 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2006 11,434 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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R488 UCW is a 1998 Honda CBR600F in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 R488 UCW, 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 R488 UCW registered?

R488 UCW is a 1998 Honda CBR600F, first registered on 26 March 1998.

Is R488 UCW safe to buy?

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