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R559 SRS

1998 Honda CB600

Blue Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jul 2027
Tests27 (19 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate70.4%

Mileage

32,197 mi
Last recorded32,197 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2026
Typical for 1998 Honda CB60024,076 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR559 SRS
MakeHonda
ModelCB600
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

19 pass 8 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2026 32,197 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2025 26,085 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2024 24,711 miles

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

Pass 20 Jul 2023 24,633 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2023 24,630 miles

Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 21 Aug 2020 24,513 miles

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

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

Pass 23 Feb 2019 24,193 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2017 23,830 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2017 23,830 miles

Front position lamp missing (1.1.1a)

Pass 8 Sep 2016 23,336 miles

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

Pass 19 Aug 2015 22,963 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2015 22,963 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 29 Jul 2014 22,181 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2013 20,822 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2012 20,324 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2011 19,823 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2011 19,823 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 12 Aug 2010 19,334 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 30 Jul 2009 19,140 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2009 18,746 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2009 18,746 miles

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

Pass 16 Apr 2008 18,220 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2008 18,220 miles

Headlamp aim headlamp damaged and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 20 Apr 2007 17,844 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2007 17,844 miles

Front Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Pass 8 Apr 2006 17,059 miles

both front indicator lights very small in size ! advise replacement .

Fail 1 Apr 2006 17,059 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

both front indicator lights to small advise replacement !

How Reliable is the Honda CB600?

Based on 51,340 MOT tests across 4,424 vehicles.

84.4%
Pass Rate
929
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
4,424
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 773
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 476
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 379
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 332
reflector on motorcycle missing 297
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R559 SRS is a 1998 Honda CB600 in Blue with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.4%.

Across all 1998 Honda CB600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.2% with a typical mileage of 24,076 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 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 773 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R559 SRS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R559 SRS registered?

R559 SRS is a 1998 Honda CB600, first registered on 20 July 1998.

Is R559 SRS safe to buy?

The MOT history for R559 SRS shows 27 tests with a 70.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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