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S317 LHG

1998 Honda CB600

Blue Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jul 2027
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

34,178 mi
Last recorded34,178 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2026
Typical for 1998 Honda CB60024,076 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS317 LHG
MakeHonda
ModelCB600
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2026 34,178 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2026 34,174 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 13 Jun 2025 34,164 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2024 34,098 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2023 34,061 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2022 33,834 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2021 33,680 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Fail 19 Jun 2021 33,669 miles

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

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Pass 6 May 2020 33,600 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

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

Fail 1 May 2020 33,600 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Drive chain worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

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

Pass 26 Mar 2018 32,853 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2018 32,853 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 13 Apr 2017 3,548 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2017 3,548 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Pass 2 Sep 2011 28,201 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2010 27,677 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 24 Nov 2008 26,588 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2007 25,914 miles

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

Pass 20 May 2006 24,028 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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S317 LHG is a 1998 Honda CB600 in Blue with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 S317 LHG, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was S317 LHG registered?

S317 LHG is a 1998 Honda CB600, first registered on 2 October 1998.

Is S317 LHG safe to buy?

The MOT history for S317 LHG shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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