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T523 KAW

1999 Honda CB600

Yellow Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Jul 2027
Tests32 (20 pass, 12 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

38,901 mi
Last recorded38,901 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2026
Typical for 1999 Honda CB60022,241 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT523 KAW
MakeHonda
ModelCB600
Year1999
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

20 pass 12 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2026 38,901 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2025 45,842 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2024 38,218 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2024 38,218 miles

Headlamp aim too low adjust (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 5 Jul 2023 37,860 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2023 37,860 miles

Horn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Jun 2022 37,713 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2021 37,506 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2021 37,506 miles

Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 4 May 2020 37,445 miles
Fail 4 May 2020 37,445 miles

Front Stop lamp not working wiring fault repaired (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Aug 2018 37,430 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2018 37,430 miles

Front Stop lamp switch with a delay in operation wiring fault (4.3.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Jul 2017 36,768 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2016 36,507 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2016 36,507 miles

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

Pass 16 Jul 2015 35,511 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 22 Jul 2014 34,761 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 27 Jul 2013 33,581 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2013 33,562 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Tyre has ply or cord exposed (4.1.2a(iii)

Fail 20 Jul 2012 31,379 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 20 Jul 2012 31,379 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2011 29,462 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2011 29,462 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

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

Pass 6 Jul 2010 27,431 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2010 27,431 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Pass 7 Jul 2009 23,902 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2009 23,902 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

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

Pass 5 Jul 2008 19,422 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2008 19,422 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 23 Jun 2007 15,978 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 15 Jun 2006 8,707 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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T523 KAW is a 1999 Honda CB600 in Yellow with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 32 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1999 Honda CB600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.3% with a typical mileage of 22,241 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 T523 KAW, 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 27 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 T523 KAW registered?

T523 KAW is a 1999 Honda CB600, first registered on 1 March 1999.

Is T523 KAW safe to buy?

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