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S160 JLW

1999 Honda CB600 Hornet

Blue Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Apr 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

29,893 mi
Last recorded29,893 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2026
Typical for 1999 Honda CB600 Hornet22,402 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS160 JLW
MakeHonda
ModelCB600 Hornet
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2026 29,893 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2025 28,800 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2024 27,964 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2023 27,369 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2022 25,276 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2021 23,771 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2019 22,753 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2018 22,686 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2017 21,795 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2016 21,369 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2015 20,260 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2014 19,312 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2013 18,586 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2013 18,586 miles

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

Pass 3 Apr 2012 17,898 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2011 17,791 miles

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

Pass 21 Apr 2010 17,600 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2009 16,447 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2009 16,447 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 24 Apr 2008 15,945 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2008 15,945 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Fail 28 Mar 2007 11,723 miles

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Pass 28 Mar 2007 11,723 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2006 9,741 miles

How Reliable is the Honda CB600 Hornet?

Based on 32,894 MOT tests across 2,748 vehicles.

82.1%
Pass Rate
875
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
2,748
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 563
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 374
reflector on motorcycle missing 320
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 289
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 238
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S160 JLW is a 1999 Honda CB600 Hornet in Blue with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1999 Honda CB600 Hornet models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.4% with a typical mileage of 22,402 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda CB600 Hornet fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 563 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S160 JLW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CB600 Hornet typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 27 years old, this Honda CB600 Hornet is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was S160 JLW registered?

S160 JLW is a 1999 Honda CB600 Hornet, first registered on 20 January 1999.

Is S160 JLW safe to buy?

The MOT history for S160 JLW shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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