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V290 ERA

1999 Honda CBR600

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Aug 2026
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

57,468 mi
Last recorded57,468 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2025
Typical for 1999 Honda CBR60022,702 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV290 ERA
MakeHonda
ModelCBR600
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2025 57,468 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

Pass 7 Aug 2024 56,246 miles

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases mid section at y piece (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 7 Aug 2024 56,246 miles

Front Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases mid section at y piece (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

Pass 9 Aug 2023 54,085 miles

Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Fail 9 Aug 2023 54,085 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 11 May 2022 53,891 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 7 May 2021 53,437 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 20 May 2019 53,183 miles
Pass 29 May 2018 52,327 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 16 Jan 2017 51,271 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2016 50,515 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2015 48,886 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2015 48,886 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 11 Jan 2014 45,166 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2013 41,606 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2012 35,740 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2010 35,740 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2010 35,740 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 1 Apr 2008 35,268 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Fail 22 Mar 2008 35,268 miles

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

Pass 4 Jan 2007 34,322 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2007 34,322 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 3 Jan 2006 32,253 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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V290 ERA is a 1999 Honda CBR600 in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

Across all 1999 Honda CBR600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.9% with a typical mileage of 22,702 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 V290 ERA, 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 27 years old, this Honda CBR600 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was V290 ERA registered?

V290 ERA is a 1999 Honda CBR600, first registered on 1 December 1999.

Is V290 ERA safe to buy?

The MOT history for V290 ERA shows 23 tests with a 73.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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