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R245 HJV

1998 Honda CB600 Hornet

Blue Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2022
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

28,569 mi
Last recorded28,569 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2021
Typical for 1998 Honda CB600 Hornet23,582 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR245 HJV
MakeHonda
ModelCB600 Hornet
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2021 28,569 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2019 28,436 miles

Front brake pad lining thickness 3 mm approx.

Pass 26 Jul 2018 28,268 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2017 27,431 miles

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

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

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Fail 26 Jul 2017 27,431 miles

Nearside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

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

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

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 8 Sep 2014 26,879 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2013 25,825 miles

Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Pass 9 May 2012 25,271 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2010 24,793 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 12 Nov 2010 24,744 miles

Front Brake component has restricted free movement and operation is likely to be impeded (3.2.A1h)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 6 Nov 2009 21,016 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2008 19,710 miles

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

Fail 7 Nov 2008 19,710 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

Pass 7 Nov 2007 18,027 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2006 16,451 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2006 16,451 miles

Front Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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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R245 HJV is a 1998 Honda CB600 Hornet in Blue with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 R245 HJV, 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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What year was R245 HJV registered?

R245 HJV is a 1998 Honda CB600 Hornet, first registered on 1 July 1998.

Is R245 HJV safe to buy?

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