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R982 YFL

1997 Honda CBR600F

Multi-colour Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Sep 2026
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

28,963 mi
Last recorded28,963 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2025
Typical for 1997 Honda CBR600F26,263 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR982 YFL
MakeHonda
ModelCBR600F
Year1997
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2025 28,963 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2024 28,672 miles
Pass 11 May 2023 28,449 miles
Pass 23 May 2022 27,864 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2020 27,620 miles

Front Inner Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 12 May 2018 27,421 miles
Fail 5 May 2018 27,421 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 22 May 2017 27,054 miles

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

Pass 13 May 2016 26,598 miles

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

Rear Tyre worn uneven

Pass 15 May 2015 26,484 miles

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

Pass 10 May 2014 26,213 miles
Pass 11 May 2013 25,631 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Fail 12 May 2012 25,456 miles

Offside Rear Lower Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Pass 12 May 2012 25,456 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2011 24,752 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2011 24,752 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 31 Jul 2009 22,689 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2008 20,421 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2008 20,421 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 6 Aug 2007 19,154 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2007 19,154 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 14 Oct 2006 17,648 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2005 16,173 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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R982 YFL is a 1997 Honda CBR600F in Multi-colour with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 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 R982 YFL, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R982 YFL registered?

R982 YFL is a 1997 Honda CBR600F, first registered on 29 August 1997.

Is R982 YFL safe to buy?

The MOT history for R982 YFL shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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