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Y617 GMB

2001 Honda CBR600FS

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 May 2027
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

32,872 mi
Last recorded32,872 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2026
Typical for 2001 Honda CBR600FS18,396 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY617 GMB
MakeHonda
ModelCBR600FS
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2026 32,872 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 2 May 2025 32,808 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

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

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

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 25 Apr 2025 32,789 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

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

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

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 12 Feb 2024 32,602 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2019 32,482 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases EXHAUST DOWNPIPES/COLLECTOR (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 11 Apr 2019 32,482 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working NO BULB FITTED (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements TOO SMALL (0.1 (d))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases EXHAUST DOWNPIPES/COLLECTOR (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 12 Apr 2017 32,192 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2015 31,824 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2014 31,369 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2013 30,976 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 3 Jul 2013 30,976 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 30,302 miles
Fail 24 May 2012 30,277 miles

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

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 15 Mar 2011 28,382 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2011 28,382 miles

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 9 Mar 2010 25,202 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2010 25,168 miles

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Pass 20 Mar 2009 21,004 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2008 18,014 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2007 13,704 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Fail 27 Mar 2006 10,373 miles

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 27 Mar 2006 10,373 miles

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

How Reliable is the Honda CBR600FS?

Based on 29,431 MOT tests across 2,462 vehicles.

84.9%
Pass Rate
831
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
2,462
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 449
reflector on motorcycle missing 231
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 206
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 179
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 149
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Y617 GMB is a 2001 Honda CBR600FS in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

Across all 2001 Honda CBR600FS models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.3% with a typical mileage of 18,396 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 CBR600FS fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 449 recorded failures. If you're considering buying Y617 GMB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CBR600FS typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 25 years old, this Honda CBR600FS is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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Y617 GMB is a 2001 Honda CBR600FS, first registered on 1 June 2001.

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