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W278 RFX

2000 Honda CB600 Hornet

Yellow Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Mar 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

18,869 mi
Last recorded18,869 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2026
Typical for 2000 Honda CB600 Hornet21,079 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW278 RFX
MakeHonda
ModelCB600 Hornet
Year2000
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc
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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2026 18,869 miles

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 18 Nov 2024 18,394 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2023 17,817 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 18 Nov 2022 17,281 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Nov 2021 15,794 miles

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Fail 29 Oct 2021 15,794 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.4 (a))

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 12 Nov 2020 14,433 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2020 14,433 miles

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 Oct 2019 12,651 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2018 11,407 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2017 11,261 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2016 10,245 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2015 8,810 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

Pass 21 Jun 2014 8,539 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 2 Nov 2012 8,365 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2012 8,365 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 19 Oct 2011 7,780 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 22 Oct 2010 7,183 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2009 7,057 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2008 6,839 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2007 6,823 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2006 6,702 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2005 6,545 miles

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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W278 RFX is a 2000 Honda CB600 Hornet in Yellow with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

Across all 2000 Honda CB600 Hornet models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.9% with a typical mileage of 21,079 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 W278 RFX, 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 26 years old, this Honda CB600 Hornet is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was W278 RFX registered?

W278 RFX is a 2000 Honda CB600 Hornet, first registered on 1 July 2000.

Is W278 RFX safe to buy?

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