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R492 XPO

1998 Honda CB600

Yellow Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Apr 2025
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

39,654 mi
Last recorded39,654 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2024
Typical for 1998 Honda CB60024,076 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR492 XPO
MakeHonda
ModelCB600
Year1998
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2024 39,654 miles

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

Pass 5 Apr 2023 39,460 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2022 37,913 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2021 37,372 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 29 Jun 2019 36,480 miles
Pass 23 May 2018 36,337 miles

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Rear Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced adjacent to rear shock absorber (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened rear shock absorber corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 30 May 2017 36,197 miles

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 19 May 2016 35,905 miles

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 27 May 2015 35,606 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 6 Jun 2014 34,906 miles
Fail 23 May 2014 34,892 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Pass 14 May 2013 34,587 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2012 34,153 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Fail 22 May 2012 34,144 miles

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Pass 1 Jun 2010 31,110 miles

rear tyre close to limit.

Pass 30 May 2009 30,112 miles

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

Pass 14 May 2008 28,538 miles
Pass 4 May 2007 25,856 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2006 23,746 miles

How Reliable is the Honda CB600?

Based on 51,340 MOT tests across 4,424 vehicles.

84.4%
Pass Rate
929
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
4,424
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 773
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 476
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 379
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 332
reflector on motorcycle missing 297
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R492 XPO is a 1998 Honda CB600 in Yellow with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

Across all 1998 Honda CB600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.2% with a typical mileage of 24,076 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda CB600 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 773 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R492 XPO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R492 XPO registered?

R492 XPO is a 1998 Honda CB600, first registered on 4 April 1998.

Is R492 XPO safe to buy?

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