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R98 DVU

1998 Honda CBF600

Red Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2018
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

36,747 mi
Last recorded36,747 miles
Recorded on9 May 2017
Typical for 1998 Honda CBF60019,138 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR98 DVU
MakeHonda
ModelCBF600
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 May 2017 36,747 miles
Pass 10 May 2016 33,429 miles
Pass 12 May 2015 32,258 miles
Pass 13 May 2014 29,611 miles
Fail 13 May 2014 29,611 miles

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

Pass 4 May 2013 27,785 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2012 26,405 miles

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

Fail 19 Apr 2012 26,405 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Pass 23 Mar 2011 22,079 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2010 20,462 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2010 20,462 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.6)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 22 Apr 2009 19,031 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2008 17,652 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2007 14,043 miles

How Reliable is the Honda CBF600?

Based on 51,353 MOT tests across 4,122 vehicles.

86.1%
Pass Rate
1,196
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
4,122
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 612
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 503
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 310
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 260
wheel bearings have excessive free play 254
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R98 DVU is a 1998 Honda CBF600 in Red with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 1998 Honda CBF600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.3% with a typical mileage of 19,138 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 CBF600 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 612 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R98 DVU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CBF600 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 28 years old, this Honda CBF600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R98 DVU registered?

R98 DVU is a 1998 Honda CBF600, first registered on 1 June 1998.

Is R98 DVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R98 DVU shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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