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R494 TLH

1998 Honda CBR600F

Yellow Petrol 598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jul 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

16,923 mi
Last recorded16,923 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2026
Typical for 1998 Honda CBR600F23,852 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR494 TLH
MakeHonda
ModelCBR600F
Year1998
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2026 16,923 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2023 16,853 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 25 Aug 2023 16,853 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 30 Jul 2019 16,834 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 27 May 2017 16,736 miles
Fail 27 May 2017 16,736 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Pass 6 Jun 2014 16,227 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2014 16,227 miles

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Pass 11 May 2013 14,968 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2011 13,491 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2009 13,372 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2008 12,939 miles

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

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 23 Jul 2007 11,814 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 7 Sep 2005 7,982 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

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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R494 TLH is a 1998 Honda CBR600F in Yellow with a 598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 R494 TLH, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R494 TLH registered?

R494 TLH is a 1998 Honda CBR600F, first registered on 28 April 1998.

Is R494 TLH safe to buy?

The MOT history for R494 TLH shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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