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R491 FNO

1998 Honda CBR600F

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Apr 2023
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

43,096 mi
Last recorded43,096 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2022
Typical for 1998 Honda CBR600F23,852 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR491 FNO
MakeHonda
ModelCBR600F
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2022 43,096 miles

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

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

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

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 6 Jan 2021 37,015 miles

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

exhaust blow (front of engine)

Pass 18 Sep 2019 31,111 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2018 31,029 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2017 30,850 miles
Pass 17 May 2016 30,512 miles
Pass 16 May 2015 30,223 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2014 30,088 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 29,346 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2012 27,987 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 18 Apr 2011 27,907 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2011 27,907 miles

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

Pass 24 May 2010 27,410 miles
Pass 19 May 2009 22,705 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2008 18,043 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2007 17,846 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2007 17,846 miles

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

Pass 25 Mar 2006 16,844 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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R491 FNO is a 1998 Honda CBR600F in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 R491 FNO, 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 R491 FNO registered?

R491 FNO is a 1998 Honda CBR600F, first registered on 12 April 1998.

Is R491 FNO safe to buy?

The MOT history for R491 FNO shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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