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H557 CMR

1991 Honda CBR600

Blue Petrol 598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Dec 2026
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

2 mi
Last recorded2 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2025
Typical for 1991 Honda CBR60035,173 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH557 CMR
MakeHonda
ModelCBR600
Year1991
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine598cc
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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2025 2 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 2 Dec 2025 2 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 27 Aug 2021 43,549 miles

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

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

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

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Forks deformed but serviceable (2.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 15 Sep 2020 35,857 miles

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

Front Suspension damaged but not seriously weakened Fork stanchions bent but does not affect handling (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 15 Sep 2020 35,857 miles

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

Front Suspension damaged but not seriously weakened Fork stanchions bent but does not affect handling (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

Pass 27 Aug 2019 26,598 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2018 21,230 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2018 21,230 miles

Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 25 Aug 2017 20,922 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 19 Aug 2016 20,807 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 17 Aug 2015 20,741 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 14 Jun 2014 20,511 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2013 20,371 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2013 20,371 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 14 Apr 2012 20,319 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 29 Mar 2011 20,012 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2010 19,870 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2009 19,611 miles

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

Pass 26 Mar 2008 19,475 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2007 19,353 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2006 18,987 miles

How Reliable is the Honda CBR600?

Based on 17,884 MOT tests across 1,788 vehicles.

82.5%
Pass Rate
770
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
1,788
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 333
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 226
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 204
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 194
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 141
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H557 CMR is a 1991 Honda CBR600 in Blue with a 598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

Across all 1991 Honda CBR600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.7% with a typical mileage of 35,173 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 CBR600 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 333 recorded failures. If you're considering buying H557 CMR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CBR600 typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 35 years old, this Honda CBR600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was H557 CMR registered?

H557 CMR is a 1991 Honda CBR600, first registered on 31 December 1991.

Is H557 CMR safe to buy?

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