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R257 TKL

1997 Honda Cbr 600 F

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2009
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

97,990 mi
Last recorded97,990 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2008
Typical for 1997 Honda Cbr 600 F24,976 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR257 TKL
MakeHonda
ModelCbr 600 F
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2008 97,990 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 5 Apr 2008 97,903 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 14 Dec 2006 85,414 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2005 66,798 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2005 66,798 miles

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

How Reliable is the Honda Cbr 600 F?

Based on 11,541 MOT tests across 1,855 vehicles.

85.2%
Pass Rate
767
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
1,855
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 207
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 150
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 79
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 77
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 76
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R257 TKL is a 1997 Honda Cbr 600 F in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1997 Honda Cbr 600 F models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.5% with a typical mileage of 24,976 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 Cbr 600 F fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 207 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R257 TKL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Cbr 600 F typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 29 years old, this Honda Cbr 600 F is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R257 TKL registered?

R257 TKL is a 1997 Honda Cbr 600 F, first registered on 7 August 1997.

Is R257 TKL safe to buy?

The MOT history for R257 TKL shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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