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R274 LWO

1998 Honda CB600 Hornet

Orange Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jul 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

45,309 mi
Last recorded45,309 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2025
Typical for 1998 Honda CB600 Hornet23,582 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR274 LWO
MakeHonda
ModelCB600 Hornet
Year1998
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2025 45,309 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2024 44,109 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2023 39,409 miles

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

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside handlebar grip loose

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

Pass 16 Jul 2022 38,766 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 14 Dec 2020 38,527 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 11 Aug 2015 38,448 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2014 37,207 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 30 Jun 2014 36,971 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 19 Jul 2013 34,701 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Pass 20 Aug 2012 34,472 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 24 Feb 2011 32,283 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2011 32,237 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

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

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

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

both side panels loose

Pass 7 Jan 2010 26,205 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2008 17,207 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2008 17,189 miles

Rear Brake component worn but not seriously reduced in strength (3.2.A1)

Pass 7 Sep 2006 16,932 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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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R274 LWO is a 1998 Honda CB600 Hornet in Orange with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 R274 LWO, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R274 LWO registered?

R274 LWO is a 1998 Honda CB600 Hornet, first registered on 30 April 1998.

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