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R959 MBB

1998 Honda CB600

Blue Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2022
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

64,837 mi
Last recorded64,837 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2021
Typical for 1998 Honda CB60024,076 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR959 MBB
MakeHonda
ModelCB600
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2021 64,837 miles

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

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

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush Slight up-and-down play. (5.3.2 (c))

Fail 23 Jun 2021 64,837 miles

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

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

Handlebar fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock Fouling on insecure radiator. (Radiator secured). (2.1.4 (b))

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush Slight up-and-down play. (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 29 May 2020 62,160 miles

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

Pass 4 Jun 2019 57,546 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2018 51,793 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2017 48,295 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2016 45,099 miles

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

Fail 1 Jun 2016 45,092 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Outer Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick x2 (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 10 Jun 2015 39,452 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2014 30,898 miles
Pass 28 May 2013 22,122 miles
Pass 17 May 2012 17,519 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 2 Jun 2011 12,963 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2010 12,947 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2009 12,628 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2008 11,444 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2008 10,408 miles

Front An item not tested (Manual)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 20 Mar 2008 10,408 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2007 9,664 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2007 9,664 miles

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

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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R959 MBB is a 1998 Honda CB600 in Blue with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 R959 MBB, 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 R959 MBB registered?

R959 MBB is a 1998 Honda CB600, first registered on 28 May 1998.

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