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R598 OFV

1998 Honda Cbr

Multi-colour Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2022
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

40,045 mi
Last recorded40,045 miles
Recorded on29 May 2021
Typical for 1998 Honda Cbr26,026 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR598 OFV
MakeHonda
ModelCbr
Year1998
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 May 2021 40,045 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 29 May 2021 40,037 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 2 Jun 2020 39,562 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 3 Jun 2019 36,882 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 26 May 2018 36,793 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2017 32,986 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2016 32,370 miles

nut on front spindle appears cross threaded but secure

Pass 5 Feb 2015 31,702 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2015 317,000 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 1 Feb 2014 31,071 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2013 30,503 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2012 28,924 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2011 27,872 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2010 26,748 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2009 22,883 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2009 22,862 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

rear brakes noisy on application

Pass 24 Jan 2008 18,692 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2007 17,748 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2007 17,711 miles

Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

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

Pass 14 Jan 2006 16,911 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Cbr?

Based on 98,965 MOT tests across 15,112 vehicles.

85.8%
Pass Rate
978
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
15,112
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 504
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 293
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 287
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R598 OFV is a 1998 Honda Cbr in Multi-colour with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1998 Honda Cbr models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.1% with a typical mileage of 26,026 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 Cbr fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 504 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R598 OFV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Cbr typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 28 years old, this Honda Cbr is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R598 OFV registered?

R598 OFV is a 1998 Honda Cbr, first registered on 18 June 1998.

Is R598 OFV safe to buy?

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