Honda Cb600 Hornet
MotorcycleFrom 1,429 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
Newer Cb600 Hornets fare better: 2001 models pass at 84.4% vs 79.6% for 1999.
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning and significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake. The top issue, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, caused 21 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.
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 21 |
| stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 20 |
| significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake | 17 |
| reflector missing or reflecting white to the rear | 16 |
| a direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 12 |
| a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely | 10 |
| brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm | 9 |
| a direction indicator lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning | 8 |
| projected beam image is obviously incorrect | 8 |
| audible warning not working | 8 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. Only 20.2% of Cb600 Hornet 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2001 | 84.4% | a wheel bearing with excessive play, a direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning |
| 2000 | 82.8% | a direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, projected beam image is obviously incorrect |
| 1999 | 79.6% | stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements |
| 1998 | 80% | tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake |
Typical mileage
Half of all Cb600 Hornets tested had between 22,250 and 40,607 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 30,512 median miles, the Cb600 Hornet has 0.063 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 Cb600 Hornet MOT pass rate?
The Honda Cb600 Hornet has a 80.7% MOT pass rate based on 1,429 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Honda Cb600 Hornet?
The most common MOT failure on the Honda Cb600 Hornet is tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, which caused 21 failures. Other common issues include stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning.
What is the typical mileage of a Honda Cb600 Hornet at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Honda Cb600 Hornet is 30,512 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 22,250 and 40,607 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.