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R681 FBU

1998 Honda CBR600F

Black Petrol 598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jul 2018
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

48,381 mi
Last recorded48,381 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2017
Typical for 1998 Honda CBR600F23,852 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR681 FBU
MakeHonda
ModelCBR600F
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2017 48,381 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 22 Jun 2016 42,447 miles

Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit Front (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 27 Jun 2015 36,513 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2014 30,905 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2013 28,904 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2012 28,225 miles

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

Pass 2 Jul 2011 27,522 miles

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

Fail 2 Jul 2011 27,522 miles

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 17 Jul 2010 22,757 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2009 17,861 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2009 17,861 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 2 Apr 2008 17,423 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2008 17,423 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 15 Mar 2007 13,381 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2007 13,381 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

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
Full Honda CBR600F reliability report

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R681 FBU is a 1998 Honda CBR600F in Black with a 598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 R681 FBU, 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 R681 FBU registered?

R681 FBU is a 1998 Honda CBR600F, first registered on 1 April 1998.

Is R681 FBU safe to buy?

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