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R494 STS

1998 Honda CB600

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jul 2024
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

42,252 mi
Last recorded42,252 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2023
Typical for 1998 Honda CB60024,076 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR494 STS
MakeHonda
ModelCB600
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2023 42,252 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Jul 2022 41,959 miles

Rear rear shock has corrosion but not to excess

Fail 14 Jul 2022 41,594 miles

Front Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear rear shock has corrosion but not to excess

Pass 27 May 2021 40,163 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Rear rear shock has some light corrosion but not to excess

Pass 3 Jun 2020 38,731 miles

Rear rear shock has some corrosion

exhaust has some corrosion

Pass 4 Jul 2019 38,163 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2019 38,163 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Jun 2018 37,400 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2017 36,401 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2016 35,602 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2015 34,706 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2015 34,706 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 27 Mar 2014 33,851 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2013 32,839 miles

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

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 26 Oct 2012 32,695 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2011 30,213 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2010 29,346 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2009 29,339 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 14 Aug 2009 29,339 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 23 Jul 2008 28,440 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2007 26,448 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2006 25,723 miles

How Reliable is the Honda CB600?

Based on 51,340 MOT tests across 4,424 vehicles.

84.4%
Pass Rate
929
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
4,424
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 773
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 476
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 379
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 332
reflector on motorcycle missing 297
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R494 STS is a 1998 Honda CB600 in Red 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 CB600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.2% with a typical mileage of 24,076 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda CB600 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 773 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R494 STS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CB600 typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 28 years old, this Honda CB600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R494 STS?

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What year was R494 STS registered?

R494 STS is a 1998 Honda CB600, first registered on 1 July 1998.

Is R494 STS safe to buy?

The MOT history for R494 STS 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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