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R978 DMV

1997 Honda CBR600F

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Apr 2025
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

22,511 mi
Last recorded22,511 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2024
Typical for 1997 Honda CBR600F26,263 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR978 DMV
MakeHonda
ModelCBR600F
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2024 22,511 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases slight blow on exhaust (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 13 Mar 2023 19,987 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 8 Mar 2023 19,987 miles

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

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

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake fluid below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Apr 2022 17,222 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 11 May 2019 16,722 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2018 15,328 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2013 13,678 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2010 22,963 miles

Centre Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 9 Jun 2009 22,402 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 23 Feb 2008 21,388 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2007 20,390 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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R978 DMV is a 1997 Honda CBR600F in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1997 Honda CBR600F models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.7% with a typical mileage of 26,263 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 R978 DMV, 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 29 years old, this Honda CBR600F is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R978 DMV registered?

R978 DMV is a 1997 Honda CBR600F, first registered on 11 October 1997.

Is R978 DMV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R978 DMV shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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