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R596 LFM

1998 Honda F6C

Blue Petrol 1520cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Oct 2026
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

17,896 mi
Last recorded17,896 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2025
Typical for 1998 Honda F6C24,256 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR596 LFM
MakeHonda
ModelF6C
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,520cc
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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2025 17,896 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2024 17,753 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2023 17,570 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2022 17,528 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2022 17,522 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 May 2021 17,270 miles
Fail 24 May 2021 17,270 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 May 2020 17,163 miles
Pass 2 May 2019 16,916 miles

Rear wheel slightly misaligned

Pass 2 May 2018 16,617 miles
Pass 11 May 2017 16,550 miles
Pass 11 May 2016 16,259 miles

brakes slightly binding

Pass 27 Apr 2015 15,710 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2015 15,695 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Pass 29 Apr 2014 15,507 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2013 15,405 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2012 14,859 miles
Pass 11 May 2011 12,070 miles
Pass 14 May 2010 5,743 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2009 5,404 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2008 4,836 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2008 4,836 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Pass 9 Jul 2007 3,881 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2006 3,651 miles

How Reliable is the Honda F6C?

Based on 10,739 MOT tests across 849 vehicles.

91.3%
Pass Rate
789
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
849
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 76
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 46
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 45
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 24
Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation 22
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R596 LFM is a 1998 Honda F6C in Blue with a 1,520cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1998 Honda F6C models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.3% with a typical mileage of 24,256 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 F6C fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 76 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R596 LFM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda F6C typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 28 years old, this Honda F6C is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R596 LFM registered?

R596 LFM is a 1998 Honda F6C, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R596 LFM safe to buy?

The MOT history for R596 LFM shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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