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S185 BTV

1998 Honda CB600

Silver Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2020
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

8,433 mi
Last recorded8,433 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2019
Typical for 1998 Honda CB60024,076 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS185 BTV
MakeHonda
ModelCB600
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2019 8,433 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 19 Sep 2018 6,390 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Fail 19 Sep 2018 6,390 miles

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Rear Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up (5.1.3 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Sep 2017 1,528 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 19 Sep 2017 1,528 miles

Fairings insecure and likely to impede the steering front mudguard insecure (2.1.2e)

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

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 29 Sep 2016 32,001 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

Pass 22 Jun 2016 31,849 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Fail 10 Feb 2015 28,406 miles

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

Pass 10 Feb 2015 28,406 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2014 25,854 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2013 24,469 miles

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

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 8 Feb 2012 23,033 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2012 23,033 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Pass 13 Oct 2010 19,452 miles

Rear Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 14 Oct 2009 16,855 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2008 14,622 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2008 13,962 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2007 12,592 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2006 10,868 miles

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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S185 BTV is a 1998 Honda CB600 in Silver with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 S185 BTV, 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.

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What year was S185 BTV registered?

S185 BTV is a 1998 Honda CB600, first registered on 13 December 1998.

Is S185 BTV safe to buy?

The MOT history for S185 BTV shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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