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R658 JBA

1998 Honda CBR600F

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Oct 2026
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

30,426 mi
Last recorded30,426 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2025
Typical for 1998 Honda CBR600F23,852 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR658 JBA
MakeHonda
ModelCBR600F
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2025 30,426 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

light corrossion to frame

Pass 11 Sep 2024 29,064 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 6 Sep 2023 28,339 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 30 Aug 2023 28,337 miles

Front Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 13 Jul 2022 28,063 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2021 27,688 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 9 Jul 2020 27,226 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

brake hoses in sleeves

Fail 8 Jul 2020 27,226 miles

Brake component inadequately mounted rear brake hose mounted to a damaged and insecure mudguard (1.1.21 (c))

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

brake hoses in sleeves

Pass 18 Jul 2019 26,667 miles

Central Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Central Front Wheel damaged but not to excess (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Central Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Nearside Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Offside Front Lower axle pinch bolt tigh but not holding axle

Fail 11 Jul 2019 26,660 miles

Central Front Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Central Rear Stop lamp not working rear brake light switch not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Central Front Wheel damaged but not to excess (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Central Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Nearside Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Offside Front Lower axle pinch bolt tigh but not holding axle

Pass 10 Jul 2018 25,340 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2018 25,340 miles

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 May 2016 19,961 miles

Clutch lever pivot slightly worn.

Pass 25 Jul 2015 18,712 miles

Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

brake hoses in sleeves

Pass 9 Sep 2014 16,227 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2013 11,813 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2011 11,630 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2010 11,493 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2009 11,316 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2008 1,096 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2007 10,709 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2006 9,741 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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R658 JBA is a 1998 Honda CBR600F in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R658 JBA, 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 R658 JBA registered?

R658 JBA is a 1998 Honda CBR600F, first registered on 8 July 1998.

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