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YX51 FEK

2001 Honda CBR600FS

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jan 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

33,183 mi
Last recorded33,183 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2026
Typical for 2001 Honda CBR600FS18,396 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYX51 FEK
MakeHonda
ModelCBR600FS
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2026 33,183 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Fail 9 Jan 2026 33,183 miles

Front Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Direction indicator obviously incorrectly positioned (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

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

front brake lever travel

Pass 8 Aug 2024 32,073 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy aftermarket fitted (8.1.1 (a))

front brake lever travel

Pass 8 Aug 2023 31,116 miles

Exhaust noisy aftermarket silencer fitted (8.1.1 (a))

aftermarket levers/footpegs fitted

seat cowl-rear footpegs missing

Pass 26 Oct 2020 31,099 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2016 30,221 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2015 29,890 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2013 27,425 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 12 Jun 2012 24,940 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 9 Jun 2012 24,939 miles

Front Brake hose stretched by steering movement (3.2.B3b)

Front Brake hose stretched by suspension movement (3.2.B3b)

Nearside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

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

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

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

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

Pass 21 Apr 2011 17,673 miles

number plate lamp not fitted

Pass 10 Apr 2010 12,462 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2009 11,551 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2008 11,272 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2008 11,272 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 14 Apr 2007 10,467 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 22 Apr 2006 9,576 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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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YX51 FEK is a 2001 Honda CBR600FS in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 YX51 FEK, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YX51 FEK registered?

YX51 FEK is a 2001 Honda CBR600FS, first registered on 27 September 2001.

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