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W289 XAT

2000 Honda CB600 Hornet

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Apr 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

35,474 mi
Last recorded35,474 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2026
Typical for 2000 Honda CB600 Hornet21,079 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW289 XAT
MakeHonda
ModelCB600 Hornet
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2026 35,474 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 14 Jul 2022 33,316 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2021 31,486 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2020 30,633 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2013 30,618 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2012 30,346 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2011 27,598 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2010 25,345 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2009 24,018 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2009 24,000 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 7 Jul 2008 20,373 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2007 15,855 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2006 12,192 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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W289 XAT is a 2000 Honda CB600 Hornet in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 2000 Honda CB600 Hornet models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.9% with a typical mileage of 21,079 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 W289 XAT, 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 26 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 W289 XAT registered?

W289 XAT is a 2000 Honda CB600 Hornet, first registered on 11 April 2000.

Is W289 XAT safe to buy?

The MOT history for W289 XAT shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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