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S68 SKK

1998 Honda CB600

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Apr 2027
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

25,625 mi
Last recorded25,625 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2026
Typical for 1998 Honda CB60024,076 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS68 SKK
MakeHonda
ModelCB600
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2026 25,625 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2025 24,560 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2024 24,079 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2023 23,318 miles

Rear Brake pedal pivot slightly tight (1.1.1 (a))

Pass 22 Oct 2021 21,840 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2020 20,012 miles

headlamp mask fitted at time of test

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

Pass 3 Apr 2019 17,367 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2019 17,367 miles

Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 17 Apr 2018 17,011 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2017 15,290 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2016 14,691 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2016 14,691 miles

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

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

Pass 11 Apr 2015 14,418 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2014 13,819 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2013 13,061 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 9 Apr 2013 13,061 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.6)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 14 Apr 2012 13,012 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2012 13,012 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 1 Apr 2011 10,032 miles

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

Fail 1 Apr 2011 10,032 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)

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

Pass 9 Mar 2010 7,239 miles

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

Fail 9 Mar 2010 7,239 miles

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 31 Mar 2009 6,261 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2008 6,004 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2006 5,409 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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S68 SKK is a 1998 Honda CB600 in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.

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 S68 SKK, 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 S68 SKK registered?

S68 SKK is a 1998 Honda CB600, first registered on 1 October 1998.

Is S68 SKK safe to buy?

The MOT history for S68 SKK shows 25 tests with a 76% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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