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W278 ULF

2000 Honda CB600

Silver Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jan 2027
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

31,466 mi
Last recorded31,466 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2026
Typical for 2000 Honda CB60021,588 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW278 ULF
MakeHonda
ModelCB600
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 15 Jan 2026 31,466 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2025 31,003 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2023 30,087 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2023 29,647 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2022 28,900 miles
Pass 25 May 2019 25,265 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 17 May 2019 25,247 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 11 Apr 2018 24,564 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2017 24,545 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2017 24,541 miles

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

Pass 10 Mar 2016 24,306 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2015 20,986 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2015 20,986 miles

Inner Front Lower Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Offside Rear Lower Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 1 Apr 2014 20,287 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2013 17,190 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Fail 7 Feb 2013 16,880 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a) DANGEROUS

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 28 Jan 2012 12,591 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

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

Fail 28 Jan 2012 12,591 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

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 3 Feb 2011 8,714 miles

Inner Rear Lower Brake component worn but not seriously reduced in strength (3.2.A1)

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

Pass 8 Feb 2010 4,734 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2009 4,655 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 25 Jul 2008 4,515 miles

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

Pass 25 Jul 2008 4,515 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2007 4,306 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2006 4,167 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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W278 ULF is a 2000 Honda CB600 in Silver with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.

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 W278 ULF, 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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W278 ULF is a 2000 Honda CB600, first registered on 1 March 2000.

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