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R938 FNH

1998 Honda CB600

Blue Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Aug 2027
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

71,065 mi
Last recorded71,065 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2026
Typical for 1998 Honda CB60024,076 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR938 FNH
MakeHonda
ModelCB600
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2026 71,065 miles

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

Pass 25 Jul 2025 70,883 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2025 70,883 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Aug 2024 70,581 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2023 69,189 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 27 Jul 2022 64,713 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2022 64,713 miles

Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii))

Pass 6 Aug 2021 63,946 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2020 63,821 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Aug 2019 63,025 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2018 61,831 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 29 Apr 2017 59,773 miles
Pass 12 May 2016 58,737 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2014 57,357 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2013 55,968 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2012 54,701 miles

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

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

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

Pass 5 Jul 2011 53,592 miles

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

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

clutch cable fraying at lever end

os switchgear possible to interfere with f/brake lever

Fail 5 Jul 2011 53,592 miles

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

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

clutch cable fraying at lever end

os switchgear possible to interfere with f/brake lever

Pass 25 Jun 2010 52,086 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 23 Jun 2010 52,068 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 2 Oct 2008 46,178 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2007 41,039 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2007 41,039 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

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

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

front park light not working

Pass 30 Mar 2006 34,639 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Fail 22 Mar 2006 34,441 miles

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

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Headlamp incorrect colour (1.2.1)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

How Reliable is the Honda CB600?

Based on 51,340 MOT tests across 4,424 vehicles.

84.4%
Pass Rate
929
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
4,424
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 773
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 476
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 379
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 332
reflector on motorcycle missing 297
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R938 FNH is a 1998 Honda CB600 in Blue with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.

Across all 1998 Honda CB600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.2% with a typical mileage of 24,076 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 CB600 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 773 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R938 FNH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CB600 typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 28 years old, this Honda CB600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R938 FNH registered?

R938 FNH is a 1998 Honda CB600, first registered on 1 April 1998.

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