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VX51 OEG

2001 Honda CB600 Hornet

Blue Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2024
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

71,525 mi
Last recorded71,525 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2023
Typical for 2001 Honda CB600 Hornet18,552 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX51 OEG
MakeHonda
ModelCB600 Hornet
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc
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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2023 71,525 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 24 Feb 2022 66,259 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 19 Feb 2021 57,941 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 13 Feb 2020 51,962 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 1 Jun 2018 47,158 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2018 47,158 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 23 May 2017 43,227 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 31 May 2016 38,149 miles
Fail 31 May 2016 38,149 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 27 May 2015 32,273 miles
Fail 21 May 2015 32,267 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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

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

Pass 19 May 2014 29,128 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2013 28,044 miles
Pass 26 May 2012 26,006 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 11 May 2011 23,553 miles
Fail 11 May 2011 23,552 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 6 May 2010 20,743 miles
Pass 30 May 2009 19,102 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2008 16,703 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2007 13,722 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2006 10,691 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

How Reliable is the Honda CB600 Hornet?

Based on 32,894 MOT tests across 2,748 vehicles.

82.1%
Pass Rate
875
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
2,748
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 563
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 374
reflector on motorcycle missing 320
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 289
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 238
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VX51 OEG is a 2001 Honda CB600 Hornet in Blue with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

Across all 2001 Honda CB600 Hornet models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.3% with a typical mileage of 18,552 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 Hornet fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 563 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VX51 OEG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CB600 Hornet typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 25 years old, this Honda CB600 Hornet is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VX51 OEG registered?

VX51 OEG is a 2001 Honda CB600 Hornet, first registered on 17 September 2001.

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