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RD53 BCU

2004 Honda FJS600

Blue Petrol 582cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2022
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

33,766 mi
Last recorded33,766 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2021
Typical for 2004 Honda FJS60018,738 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRD53 BCU
MakeHonda
ModelFJS600
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine582cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2021 33,766 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 14 Dec 2021 33,761 miles

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

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 21 Nov 2020 33,723 miles

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

Pass 7 Dec 2019 32,840 miles

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

Pass 20 Dec 2018 29,214 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2017 29,085 miles
Pass 26 May 2016 28,857 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2015 28,809 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2015 28,682 miles

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

Fail 19 Feb 2015 28,682 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

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

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

Pass 12 Jul 2014 28,512 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2013 27,960 miles
Pass 26 May 2012 27,741 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 25 May 2012 27,741 miles

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

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 1 Apr 2011 26,914 miles

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

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

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

Pass 18 Mar 2010 25,737 miles

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

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

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

Pass 21 Apr 2009 25,521 miles

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

Front Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

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

Pass 1 May 2008 19,794 miles
Fail 1 May 2008 19,794 miles

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

Pass 24 Apr 2007 13,923 miles

How Reliable is the Honda FJS600?

Based on 14,260 MOT tests across 1,087 vehicles.

85.8%
Pass Rate
1,019
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
1,087
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 249
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 246
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 242
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 107
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 90
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RD53 BCU is a 2004 Honda FJS600 in Blue with a 582cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2004 Honda FJS600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.1% with a typical mileage of 18,738 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 FJS600 fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 249 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RD53 BCU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda FJS600 typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 22 years old, this Honda FJS600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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RD53 BCU is a 2004 Honda FJS600, first registered on 26 February 2004.

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