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R490 AFC

1998 Honda Cbr 600 F

Yellow Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Oct 2026
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

29,328 mi
Last recorded29,328 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2025
Typical for 1998 Honda Cbr 600 F21,605 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR490 AFC
MakeHonda
ModelCbr 600 F
Year1998
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2025 29,328 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2025 29,328 miles

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

Pass 16 Sep 2024 28,841 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2023 28,458 miles

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

Pass 3 Oct 2022 27,822 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2021 27,399 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2021 27,399 miles

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

Pass 8 Oct 2020 26,481 miles

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

Pass 11 Apr 2019 25,672 miles

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

Fail 2 Apr 2019 25,665 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 4 May 2017 25,504 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2017 25,504 miles

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

Registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background Stickers (6.3.3)

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

Pass 25 Apr 2016 24,965 miles
Pass 1 May 2015 19,960 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2013 19,703 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2012 19,040 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Oct 2011 18,417 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2010 17,608 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2009 16,875 miles

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

Pass 7 Oct 2008 16,172 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2007 15,161 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2006 14,071 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Cbr 600 F?

Based on 11,541 MOT tests across 1,855 vehicles.

85.2%
Pass Rate
767
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
1,855
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 207
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 150
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 79
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 77
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 76
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R490 AFC is a 1998 Honda Cbr 600 F in Yellow with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1998 Honda Cbr 600 F models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.7% with a typical mileage of 21,605 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 F fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 207 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R490 AFC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Cbr 600 F typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 28 years old, this Honda Cbr 600 F is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R490 AFC?

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What year was R490 AFC registered?

R490 AFC is a 1998 Honda Cbr 600 F, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R490 AFC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R490 AFC shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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