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Y627 GMB

2001 Honda CBR600FS

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 May 2027
Tests26 (17 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate65.4%

Mileage

28,455 mi
Last recorded28,455 miles
Recorded on2 May 2026
Typical for 2001 Honda CBR600FS18,396 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY627 GMB
MakeHonda
ModelCBR600FS
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

17 pass 9 fail
Pass 2 May 2026 28,455 miles

Rear Chain has a tight spot

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

Pass 12 Apr 2025 27,948 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2022 26,779 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2022 26,779 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 23 Nov 2021 26,342 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2021 24,821 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2021 24,821 miles

Dipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on main beam (4.1.3 (b))

Front Brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements Number plate deteriorated . Inscription covered by penny washers (0.1 (d))

Steering operation restricted in free movement from lock to lock Steering restricted by taut cables and wiring connectors. (2.1.4 (c))

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

Pass 28 Jun 2019 21,668 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2019 21,668 miles

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

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Oct 2016 21,543 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2015 21,218 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 5 Oct 2015 21,218 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 6 Jun 2015 20,840 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Offside Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Fail 14 Jun 2014 19,347 miles

Chain guard insecure (6.2.1c)

Pass 14 Jun 2014 19,347 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2013 17,443 miles
Pass 26 May 2012 16,403 miles
Fail 26 May 2012 16,395 miles

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c) DANGEROUS

Fail 17 Jun 2011 15,514 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 17 Jun 2011 15,514 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 10 May 2010 14,700 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2009 13,769 miles

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

Rear Brake pedal is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 4 Jun 2009 13,769 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Rear Brake pedal is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 15 Apr 2008 10,821 miles

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear Brake pedal is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 1 May 2007 10,624 miles
Fail 1 May 2007 10,624 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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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Y627 GMB is a 2001 Honda CBR600FS in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.4%.

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 Y627 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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Y627 GMB is a 2001 Honda CBR600FS, first registered on 1 June 2001.

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