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R551 END

1998 Honda CBR600

Multi-colour Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 May 2014
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

26,846 mi
Last recorded26,846 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2013
Typical for 1998 Honda CBR60027,650 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR551 END
MakeHonda
ModelCBR600
Year1998
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2013 26,846 miles
Pass 5 May 2012 25,534 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

rear side panels loose

Fail 30 Apr 2012 25,534 miles

Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Front Direction indicator missing (1.5.1a) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

rear side panels loose

Pass 20 Apr 2011 19,687 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 11 Apr 2006 16,054 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2006 16,027 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Rear Rear wheel insecure (4.2.3b)

How Reliable is the Honda CBR600?

Based on 17,884 MOT tests across 1,788 vehicles.

82.5%
Pass Rate
770
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
1,788
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 333
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 226
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 204
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 194
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 141
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R551 END is a 1998 Honda CBR600 in Multi-colour with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1998 Honda CBR600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.9% with a typical mileage of 27,650 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 CBR600 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 333 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R551 END, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CBR600 typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 28 years old, this Honda CBR600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R551 END registered?

R551 END is a 1998 Honda CBR600, first registered on 1 May 1998.

Is R551 END safe to buy?

The MOT history for R551 END shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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