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R515 KAE

1998 Honda CBR600F

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

25,651 mi
Last recorded25,651 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2025
Typical for 1998 Honda CBR600F23,852 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR515 KAE
MakeHonda
ModelCBR600F
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2025 25,651 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2024 25,046 miles

Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 4 Jul 2024 25,046 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Direction indicator likely to become detached (4.4.1 (c) (ii))

Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 27 May 2023 24,988 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2022 24,656 miles
Pass 19 May 2021 24,247 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2020 23,656 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2017 23,501 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2017 23,501 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 31 Oct 2014 22,806 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2014 22,806 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 27 Aug 2013 3,259 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2012 32,242 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2011 30,990 miles

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

Pass 18 Oct 2010 29,450 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2009 28,101 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2008 26,611 miles

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

Pass 24 Oct 2007 25,215 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2006 23,937 miles

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

Fail 30 Oct 2006 23,937 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 9 Aug 2005 21,904 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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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R515 KAE is a 1998 Honda CBR600F in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 R515 KAE, 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 R515 KAE registered?

R515 KAE is a 1998 Honda CBR600F, first registered on 16 May 1998.

Is R515 KAE safe to buy?

The MOT history for R515 KAE shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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