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W261 RYD

2000 Honda CB600

Yellow Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

52,395 mi
Last recorded52,395 miles
Recorded on29 May 2025
Typical for 2000 Honda CB60021,588 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW261 RYD
MakeHonda
ModelCB600
Year2000
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 May 2025 52,395 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2025 52,390 miles

Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Handlebar fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock (2.1.4 (b))

Rear Motorcycle structure modified such that structural rigidity is significantly reduced Motorcycle has been modified and fitted with rear subframe from another make/model. Subframe is aluminium which is cracked. Subframe is also bolted to home made mounting plates which are not very thick and are joined with poor quality welds. (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements Overall size & font too small (0.1 (d))

Nearside Front Brake disc insecure Mounting bolt missing (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive Drive chain worn & rusty but not considered to be excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Front tyre has age related cracking but no ply or cord exposed

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit Rear (outer) brake pad worn close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced Multiple LEDs not working (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Rear Stop lamp light intensity obviously reduced Multiple LEDs not working (4.3.3 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Dec 2020 48,708 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))

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

Pass 25 Jul 2019 47,198 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear grab rail has 2 bolts missing but secure at time of test

Fail 25 Jul 2019 47,198 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Footrest insecure split pin missing (6.2.12 (a))

Rear grab rail has 2 bolts missing but secure at time of test

Pass 19 Jul 2018 46,115 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2017 45,952 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2016 44,933 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2014 44,298 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Fail 11 May 2013 43,302 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 11 May 2013 43,302 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 42,714 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2011 42,091 miles
Pass 14 May 2010 4,069 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2009 40,375 miles

main beam indicator not working

Pass 8 Aug 2008 39,652 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 22 May 2007 32,606 miles
Pass 19 May 2006 24,310 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2005 23,100 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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W261 RYD is a 2000 Honda CB600 in Yellow with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 2000 Honda CB600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.4% with a typical mileage of 21,588 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 W261 RYD, 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 26 years old, this Honda CB600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was W261 RYD registered?

W261 RYD is a 2000 Honda CB600, first registered on 10 June 2000.

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The MOT history for W261 RYD shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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