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R659 NHG

1998 Honda CBR600FS

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 May 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

17,077 mi
Last recorded17,077 miles
Recorded on15 May 2026
Typical for 1998 Honda CBR600FS17,826 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR659 NHG
MakeHonda
ModelCBR600FS
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 May 2026 17,077 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2024 16,911 miles

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

Pass 3 Jul 2021 16,904 miles
Pass 27 May 2020 16,681 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Jun 2019 16,379 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2018 16,118 miles

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

Pass 22 May 2017 15,334 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 9 Jun 2016 15,221 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

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

Fail 9 Jun 2016 15,221 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

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

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 10 Jun 2015 13,325 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2014 13,039 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2014 13,039 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 7 Jun 2013 12,539 miles
Pass 29 May 2012 10,653 miles
Fail 26 May 2011 9,775 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 26 May 2011 9,775 miles
Fail 12 May 2010 7,378 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 12 May 2010 7,378 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 28 May 2009 5,959 miles

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

Pass 6 May 2008 4,919 miles

How Reliable is the Honda CBR600FS?

Based on 29,431 MOT tests across 2,462 vehicles.

84.9%
Pass Rate
831
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
2,462
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 449
reflector on motorcycle missing 231
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 206
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 179
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 149
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R659 NHG is a 1998 Honda CBR600FS in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1998 Honda CBR600FS models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.5% with a typical mileage of 17,826 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda CBR600FS fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 449 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R659 NHG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CBR600FS typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 28 years old, this Honda CBR600FS is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R659 NHG registered?

R659 NHG is a 1998 Honda CBR600FS, first registered on 24 June 1998.

Is R659 NHG safe to buy?

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