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S791 RLH

1998 Honda CB600

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2026
Tests27 (18 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

34,413 mi
Last recorded34,413 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2026
Typical for 1998 Honda CB60024,076 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS791 RLH
MakeHonda
ModelCB600
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

18 pass 9 fail
Fail 17 Jul 2026 34,413 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Drive chain: sprocket bearing worn

Pass 19 Jul 2025 34,413 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Jul 2024 31,092 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 8 Jul 2023 27,484 miles

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

Pass 23 Jul 2022 23,382 miles

Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 23 Jul 2022 23,382 miles

Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 5 Jul 2021 22,759 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2020 22,303 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2020 22,303 miles

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 29 May 2018 21,855 miles

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

Fail 29 May 2018 21,855 miles

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

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

Pass 26 May 2017 21,507 miles
Fail 26 May 2017 21,507 miles

Registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Pass 27 May 2016 21,076 miles
Fail 27 May 2016 21,076 miles

Registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Pass 24 Sep 2014 20,691 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2014 20,691 miles

Registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Pass 21 Sep 2013 20,111 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2013 20,111 miles

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

Fail 10 Sep 2012 19,637 miles

Registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)

Pass 10 Sep 2012 19,637 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2011 19,247 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2010 17,891 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2009 17,239 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2008 16,022 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2007 15,242 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2006 14,778 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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S791 RLH is a 1998 Honda CB600 in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 S791 RLH, 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 S791 RLH registered?

S791 RLH is a 1998 Honda CB600, first registered on 24 August 1998.

Is S791 RLH safe to buy?

The MOT history for S791 RLH shows 27 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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