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R219 OUG

1998 Honda CB600 Hornet

Blue Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Aug 2026
Tests26 (19 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate73.1%

Mileage

46,509 mi
Last recorded46,509 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2025
Typical for 1998 Honda CB600 Hornet23,582 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR219 OUG
MakeHonda
ModelCB600 Hornet
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

19 pass 7 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2025 46,509 miles

Front Nail in tyre ()

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

bolt missing from left side panel but still secure

oil leak from right side of engine but not dripping

Pass 2 Aug 2024 45,052 miles

slight cracking between treads monitor

Fail 2 Aug 2024 45,052 miles

slight cracking between treads monitor

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls rear brake light (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 1 Aug 2023 43,253 miles

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

Fail 1 Aug 2023 43,253 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 1 Aug 2022 41,315 miles

corrosion to rear of fuel tank but no leaks

slight oil leak from o/s front of engine but not dripping onto the floor

Pass 3 Aug 2021 40,392 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2021 40,392 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 1 Aug 2020 39,656 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 2 Aug 2019 39,200 miles

Front Motorcycle structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced mudguard (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Engine mounting/bracket damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Aug 2018 38,334 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2017 37,788 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2016 37,631 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2016 37,631 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 28 Jul 2015 37,448 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2014 37,196 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 26 Jul 2014 37,194 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 6 Mar 2013 37,027 miles

front brake lever bent

light switch cluster slight movement

oil leak from engine

pass button in need of work

rear sprocket slight wear

Pass 26 Sep 2011 35,116 miles

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

Pass 17 Sep 2010 32,175 miles

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

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

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

Fail 7 Jul 2009 29,378 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 7 Jul 2009 29,378 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 12 Jun 2008 26,523 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2007 21,715 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2007 21,715 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 15 Jun 2006 23,838 miles

How Reliable is the Honda CB600 Hornet?

Based on 32,894 MOT tests across 2,748 vehicles.

82.1%
Pass Rate
875
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
2,748
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 563
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 374
reflector on motorcycle missing 320
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 289
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 238
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R219 OUG is a 1998 Honda CB600 Hornet in Blue with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.1%.

Across all 1998 Honda CB600 Hornet models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.9% with a typical mileage of 23,582 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 CB600 Hornet fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 563 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R219 OUG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CB600 Hornet typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 28 years old, this Honda CB600 Hornet is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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R219 OUG is a 1998 Honda CB600 Hornet, first registered on 8 April 1998.

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