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R596 MCB

1998 Honda CBR600

Grey Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Nov 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

37,770 mi
Last recorded37,770 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2025
Typical for 1998 Honda CBR60027,650 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR596 MCB
MakeHonda
ModelCBR600
Year1998
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2025 37,770 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2019 37,561 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 15 May 2018 36,140 miles
Pass 17 May 2017 31,390 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2016 30,888 miles
Pass 5 May 2015 24,495 miles
Fail 5 May 2015 24,495 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 9 May 2014 23,115 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2013 22,997 miles

Registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)

Pass 26 Feb 2013 22,997 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2012 22,961 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2012 22,961 miles

Registration plate characters laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Pass 14 Jul 2011 22,828 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2010 22,686 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2009 22,518 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2006 21,806 miles

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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R596 MCB is a 1998 Honda CBR600 in Grey with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 R596 MCB, 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 R596 MCB registered?

R596 MCB is a 1998 Honda CBR600, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R596 MCB safe to buy?

The MOT history for R596 MCB shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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