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S523 TWC

1999 Honda CB600 Hornet

Silver Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jan 2027
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

31,426 mi
Last recorded31,426 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 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

RegistrationS523 TWC
MakeHonda
ModelCB600 Hornet
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2026 31,426 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2014 30,194 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2014 30,194 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 9 Jan 2013 27,566 miles

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

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 11 Jan 2012 26,907 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2011 23,301 miles

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

Fail 10 Aug 2009 19,979 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

prop stand tight to release

Pass 10 Aug 2009 19,979 miles

prop stand tight to release

Pass 23 Jul 2008 18,325 miles

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

Pass 28 Jul 2007 15,313 miles

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

Pass 23 Mar 2006 14,938 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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S523 TWC is a 1999 Honda CB600 Hornet in Silver with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 S523 TWC, 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 S523 TWC registered?

S523 TWC is a 1999 Honda CB600 Hornet, first registered on 23 February 1999.

Is S523 TWC safe to buy?

The MOT history for S523 TWC shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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