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S596 YOX

1999 Honda CB600 Hornet

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Aug 2026
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

4,252 mi
Last recorded4,252 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2025
Typical for 1999 Honda CB600 Hornet22,402 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS596 YOX
MakeHonda
ModelCB600 Hornet
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2025 4,252 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2024 3,370 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2023 2,578 miles
Pass 6 May 2022 1,727 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2021 1,184 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2021 1,174 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam possibly wired incorrect. (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Mar 2020 729 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2019 9 miles
Pass 26 May 2007
Fail 26 May 2007

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate characters laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

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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S596 YOX is a 1999 Honda CB600 Hornet in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 S596 YOX, 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

How do I check the history of S596 YOX?

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What year was S596 YOX registered?

S596 YOX is a 1999 Honda CB600 Hornet, first registered on 27 January 1999.

Is S596 YOX safe to buy?

The MOT history for S596 YOX shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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