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R639 UBW

1997 Honda CBR600F

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jun 2026
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

33,595 mi
Last recorded33,595 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2025
Typical for 1997 Honda CBR600F26,263 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR639 UBW
MakeHonda
ModelCBR600F
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc
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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2025 33,595 miles
Pass 14 May 2024 33,303 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 14 May 2024 33,303 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Apr 2023 32,493 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 28 Mar 2023 32,493 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

Pass 17 Mar 2022 31,746 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Mar 2021 30,726 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2020 30,489 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2019 30,082 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 19 Jan 2019 30,074 miles

Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible LED bulb fitted to standard headlamp unit, affects beam pattern/direction and is not road legal. (4.1.4 (c))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort Front disks slightly warped. (1.2.1 (e))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Uneven wear down to 1.6mm in places. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Dec 2017 29,866 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged Slightly perished, needs to be changed with front tyre. (4.1.2c)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Uneven wear, down to limit in places. (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 25 Jan 2017 28,786 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2016 27,937 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2015 26,355 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2014 24,815 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2012 22,601 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2011 21,864 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 16 Oct 2010 19,281 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2010 19,255 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 29 Aug 2009 18,081 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2008 16,572 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2008 16,572 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 22 Jun 2007 14,280 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2006 12,447 miles

How Reliable is the Honda CBR600F?

Based on 233,298 MOT tests across 21,936 vehicles.

84.3%
Pass Rate
762
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
21,936
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 3,898
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 2,218
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 2,113
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 1,718
wheel bearings have excessive free play 1,311
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R639 UBW is a 1997 Honda CBR600F in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

Across all 1997 Honda CBR600F models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.7% with a typical mileage of 26,263 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 CBR600F fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 3,898 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R639 UBW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CBR600F typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 29 years old, this Honda CBR600F is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R639 UBW registered?

R639 UBW is a 1997 Honda CBR600F, first registered on 27 September 1997.

Is R639 UBW safe to buy?

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