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S38 CWV

1998 Honda CB600

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2020
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

20,914 mi
Last recorded20,914 miles
Recorded on10 May 2019
Typical for 1998 Honda CB60024,076 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS38 CWV
MakeHonda
ModelCB600
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 May 2019 20,914 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2018 20,881 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2014 20,871 miles

Clutch Cable tightly routed.

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front N/S brake line has been routed incorrectly.

Front tyre just starting to perish.

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

Rear Suspension is very close to exhaust pipe.

Pass 14 Mar 2013 21,480 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

Pass 12 Mar 2012 19,010 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2011 18,997 miles

Front Brake master cylinder has a seized master cylinder pivot. (3.2.B5)

Rear position lamp obscured more than 50% (1.1.1d)

Pass 23 Apr 2011 18,752 miles
Pass 20 May 2009 18,606 miles

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

Fail 15 May 2009 18,606 miles

Front Brake disc(s) is excessively distorted (3.2.A1m)

Front Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear 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)

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

rear stop lamp partially obscured

Pass 20 Sep 2008 18,219 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2007 11,275 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2007 10,636 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 16 Jan 2007 10,636 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2006 9,215 miles

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

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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S38 CWV is a 1998 Honda CB600 in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 S38 CWV, 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 S38 CWV registered?

S38 CWV is a 1998 Honda CB600, first registered on 8 October 1998.

Is S38 CWV safe to buy?

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