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R533 XRV

1998 Honda CBR600F

Yellow Petrol 598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 May 2027
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

42,852 mi
Last recorded42,852 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2026
Typical for 1998 Honda CBR600F23,852 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR533 XRV
MakeHonda
ModelCBR600F
Year1998
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine598cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2026 42,852 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

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

Pass 8 Apr 2025 42,201 miles

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

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 10 Apr 2024 40,128 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Pass 23 Jul 2021 39,852 miles

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

Pass 9 Jun 2020 39,775 miles

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

Pass 11 Jul 2015 39,299 miles

Centre Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

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

front and rear brake pads appear worn low

Fail 10 Jul 2015 39,299 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Centre Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

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

front and rear brake pads appear worn low

Fail 7 Jun 2014 37,935 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 7 Jun 2014 37,935 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2013 34,832 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear tyre has been punture repaired.

Pass 11 Jul 2013 34,832 miles

Rear tyre has been punture repaired.

Fail 20 Mar 2012 31,666 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear reflector on motorcycle incorrectly positioned (1.4.2d)

front tyre tread getting low ?

Pass 20 Mar 2012 31,666 miles

front tyre tread getting low ?

Fail 15 Sep 2010 31,485 miles

Exhaust has part of the system missing (7.1.1a)

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 15 Sep 2010 31,485 miles

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

Pass 11 Aug 2009 23,855 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2008 31,046 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 31 Jul 2007 26,167 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2006 24,210 miles

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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R533 XRV is a 1998 Honda CBR600F in Yellow with a 598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 R533 XRV, 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 R533 XRV registered?

R533 XRV is a 1998 Honda CBR600F, first registered on 12 March 1998.

Is R533 XRV safe to buy?

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