Honda Cb 600 F-2
MotorcycleFrom 201 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are lamp emitted colour, position or intensity not in accordance with the requirements, a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely and significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake. The top issue, lamp emitted colour, position or intensity not in accordance with the requirements, caused 4 failures in 2024. Checking tread depth (1.6mm legal minimum, 3mm recommended) before your test can save an unnecessary fail. You can check prices at Black Circles if you need replacements. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| lamp emitted colour, position or intensity not in accordance with the requirements | 4 |
| a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely | 3 |
| significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake | 3 |
| reflector missing or reflecting white to the rear | 3 |
| number plate does not conform to the specified requirements | 2 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 2 |
| a stop lamp(s) does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls or remains on when the brakes are released | 2 |
| indicator switch inoperative | 2 |
| a headlamp missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led | 2 |
| headlamp emitted colour or intensity not in accordance with the requirements | 1 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. Only 12.5% of Cb 600 F-2 failures are serious (safety or roadside), below the 44.4% average. When this car fails its MOT, it's more likely to be lights, wipers, or emissions than something dangerous. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £49.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2002 | 80.9% | a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, reflector missing or reflecting white to the rear |
Typical mileage
Half of all Cb 600 F-2s tested had between 15,779 and 36,689 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 24,503 median miles, the Cb 600 F-2 has 0.077 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
Other Honda models
| Honda Civic | 74.1% |
| Honda Jazz | 77.5% |
| Honda CR-V | 79.3% |
| Honda HR-V | 88.6% |
| Honda Accord | 69.6% |
Common questions
What is the Honda Cb 600 F-2 MOT pass rate?
The Honda Cb 600 F-2 has a 81.1% MOT pass rate based on 201 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Honda Cb 600 F-2?
The most common MOT failure on the Honda Cb 600 F-2 is lamp emitted colour, position or intensity not in accordance with the requirements, which caused 4 failures. Other common issues include a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely.
What is the typical mileage of a Honda Cb 600 F-2 at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Honda Cb 600 F-2 is 24,503 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 15,779 and 36,689 miles.
MOT data from DVSA anonymised test results, 2024 test year. Fleet data from DfT vehicle licensing statistics. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0. MOT pass rates are statistical summaries of test outcomes, not assessments of individual vehicle safety or condition. Always inspect a vehicle and check its full MOT history before purchasing. See terms of use.