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R534 SDV

1997 Honda Cbr 600

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Apr 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

40,048 mi
Last recorded40,048 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2025
Typical for 1997 Honda Cbr 60025,510 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR534 SDV
MakeHonda
ModelCbr 600
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Apr 2025 40,048 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2024 39,284 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2023 38,276 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 5 Mar 2022 37,793 miles
Pass 8 May 2018 37,597 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Aug 2016 37,376 miles

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

advise slight damage to rear fairings

Pass 15 Aug 2015 36,986 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

Pass 23 Sep 2008 36,686 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2007 33,854 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2006 28,835 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 7 Sep 2006 28,832 miles

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

How Reliable is the Honda Cbr 600?

Based on 5,328 MOT tests across 563 vehicles.

82.9%
Pass Rate
791
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
563
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 91
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 52
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 47
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 45
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 37
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R534 SDV is a 1997 Honda Cbr 600 in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1997 Honda Cbr 600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.3% with a typical mileage of 25,510 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda Cbr 600 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 91 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R534 SDV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Cbr 600 typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 29 years old, this Honda Cbr 600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R534 SDV registered?

R534 SDV is a 1997 Honda Cbr 600, first registered on 15 September 1997.

Is R534 SDV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R534 SDV shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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