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SN53 JTY

2003 Honda CBR600

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jun 2026
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

20,779 mi
Last recorded20,779 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2025
Typical for 2003 Honda CBR60017,072 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSN53 JTY
MakeHonda
ModelCBR600
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc
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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2025 20,779 miles

Exhaust noisy exhaust baffle fitted for test (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 31 May 2024 19,397 miles
Pass 16 May 2023 18,936 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 28 Mar 2022 18,584 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 11 Aug 2020 18,559 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 11 Aug 2020 18,559 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Stop lamp not working rear brake (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Aug 2019 18,183 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2019 18,183 miles

Drive chain so loose it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii))

Pass 9 Aug 2018 18,096 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2017 16,219 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2017 16,219 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 5 Jul 2016 14,037 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2016 14,037 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Pass 23 May 2015 12,259 miles

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

Fail 23 May 2015 12,259 miles

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

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 12 Apr 2014 10,424 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2013 8,713 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 5 Apr 2012 6,287 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2011 5,021 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2010 4,806 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2009 3,703 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2008 2,321 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2006 1,433 miles

How Reliable is the Honda CBR600?

Based on 17,884 MOT tests across 1,788 vehicles.

82.5%
Pass Rate
770
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
1,788
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 333
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 226
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 204
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 194
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 141
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SN53 JTY is a 2003 Honda CBR600 in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

Across all 2003 Honda CBR600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.1% with a typical mileage of 17,072 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 CBR600 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 333 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SN53 JTY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CBR600 typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 23 years old, this Honda CBR600 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SN53 JTY?

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What year was SN53 JTY registered?

SN53 JTY is a 2003 Honda CBR600, first registered on 22 October 2003.

Is SN53 JTY safe to buy?

The MOT history for SN53 JTY shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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