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Y159 NLB

2001 Honda CB600

Silver Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2026
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

42,097 mi
Last recorded42,097 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2025
Typical for 2001 Honda CB60019,213 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY159 NLB
MakeHonda
ModelCB600
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 16 Sep 2025 42,097 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2021 41,577 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2020 40,929 miles

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

Pass 29 Jan 2020 40,348 miles

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

Pass 28 Jan 2019 38,181 miles

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

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

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

Pass 17 Jan 2018 35,590 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2017 32,972 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2016 34,624 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 3 Sep 2015 30,804 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2014 41,505 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2013 37,153 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2012 31,480 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2011 19,482 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 21 Jul 2010 9,080 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2009 8,749 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2008 8,156 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2007 7,359 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 23 Aug 2006 6,527 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2005 4,661 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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Y159 NLB is a 2001 Honda CB600 in Silver with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2001 Honda CB600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.1% with a typical mileage of 19,213 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 Y159 NLB, 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 25 years old, this Honda CB600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was Y159 NLB registered?

Y159 NLB is a 2001 Honda CB600, first registered on 5 March 2001.

Is Y159 NLB safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y159 NLB shows 19 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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