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R409 WRJ

1998 Honda CB600 Hornet

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Apr 2027
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

7,144 mi
Last recorded7,144 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2026
Typical for 1998 Honda CB600 Hornet23,582 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR409 WRJ
MakeHonda
ModelCB600 Hornet
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2026 7,144 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2024 6,522 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2022 6,411 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2021 6,187 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2020 4,811 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear reflector obviously incorrectly positioned (4.8.2 (a) (i))

Registration plate slightly loose (0.1 (a))

number plate light not directly lit on number plate

Fail 23 Jun 2020 4,811 miles

Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear reflector obviously incorrectly positioned (4.8.2 (a) (i))

Registration plate slightly loose (0.1 (a))

number plate light not directly lit on number plate

Pass 13 Aug 2013 4,802 miles

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

Fail 8 Aug 2013 4,802 miles

Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Pass 23 Jun 2011 4,761 miles

Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

at time of test motorcycle was fitted with solo seat pod and rear footrests were missing

Fail 21 Jun 2011 4,761 miles

Brake pedal pivots excessively worn (3.1.3a)

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

at time of test motorcycle was fitted with solo seat pod and rear footrests were missing

front tyre under inflated

fuel hose at petrol tap splitting but not leaking

Pass 11 Jun 2008 4,758 miles
Fail 21 May 2008 4,758 miles

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

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 14 Mar 2007 4,183 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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R409 WRJ is a 1998 Honda CB600 Hornet in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 R409 WRJ, 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 R409 WRJ registered?

R409 WRJ is a 1998 Honda CB600 Hornet, first registered on 1 April 1998.

Is R409 WRJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for R409 WRJ shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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