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R578 GHJ

1998 Honda CBR600F

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

19,470 mi
Last recorded19,470 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

RegistrationR578 GHJ
MakeHonda
ModelCBR600F
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2025 19,470 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2019 19,217 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2018 18,678 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2017 17,955 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 23 Jun 2016 17,849 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2015 17,799 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2013 17,450 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2012 16,779 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2012 16,779 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 19 Jul 2011 16,536 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Jun 2010 15,652 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2009 12,152 miles
Fail 22 May 2009 12,146 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

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

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

Pass 29 Apr 2008 2,786 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2007 2,552 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2006 2,262 miles

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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R578 GHJ is a 1998 Honda CBR600F in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 R578 GHJ, 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.

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What year was R578 GHJ registered?

R578 GHJ is a 1998 Honda CBR600F, first registered on 26 May 1998.

Is R578 GHJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for R578 GHJ shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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