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R515 FJN

1998 Honda CB600 Hornet

Blue Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2017
Tests11 (5 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate45.5%

Mileage

52,223 mi
Last recorded52,223 miles
Recorded on18 May 2016
Typical for 1998 Honda CB600 Hornet23,582 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR515 FJN
MakeHonda
ModelCB600 Hornet
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc
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MOT History

5 pass 6 fail
Pass 18 May 2016 52,223 miles
Fail 17 May 2016 52,222 miles

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

Fail 24 Jun 2015 52,220 miles

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

Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Fail 17 Sep 2009 52,206 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Rear spring cracked (2.4.A1b(i))

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 17 Sep 2009 52,206 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Fail 9 Sep 2009 52,206 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

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

Rear spring cracked (2.4.A1b(i))

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Front Wheel damaged but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Handlebars slightly twisted

Pass 14 Nov 2008 52,134 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

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

Fail 14 Nov 2008 52,134 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Offside Rear Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Front Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

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

Pass 19 Sep 2007 48,134 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2007 48,134 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Stop lamp missing (1.3.3a)

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

Pass 21 Mar 2006 20,471 miles

How Reliable is the Honda CB600 Hornet?

Based on 32,894 MOT tests across 2,748 vehicles.

82.1%
Pass Rate
875
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
2,748
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 563
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 374
reflector on motorcycle missing 320
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 289
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 238
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R515 FJN is a 1998 Honda CB600 Hornet in Blue with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 45.5%.

Across all 1998 Honda CB600 Hornet models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.9% with a typical mileage of 23,582 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 CB600 Hornet fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 563 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R515 FJN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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What year was R515 FJN registered?

R515 FJN is a 1998 Honda CB600 Hornet, first registered on 31 March 1998.

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