Honda Cbr 600 Fa-B
MotorcycleFrom 432 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements and a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely. The top issue, brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm, caused 7 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.
| brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm | 7 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 6 |
| a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely | 5 |
| significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake | 3 |
| a direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 3 |
| brake efficiency below minimum requirement | 3 |
| a tyre valve seriously damaged or misaligned likely which could cause sudden deflation of the tyre | 3 |
| a transmission belt or chain excessively tight | 2 |
| a wheel bearing with excessive play | 2 |
| excessive fluctuation in brake effort through each wheel revolution | 2 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. Only 33.3% of Cbr 600 Fa-B 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 £78.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2012 | 86.4% | brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements |
| 2011 | 90.2% | a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, a direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning |
Typical mileage
Half of all Cbr 600 Fa-Bs tested had between 11,722 and 24,356 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 16,745 median miles, the Cbr 600 Fa-B has 0.069 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 Cbr 600 Fa-B MOT pass rate?
The Honda Cbr 600 Fa-B has a 88.4% MOT pass rate based on 432 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Honda Cbr 600 Fa-B?
The most common MOT failure on the Honda Cbr 600 Fa-B is brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm, which caused 7 failures. Other common issues include tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements.
What is the typical mileage of a Honda Cbr 600 Fa-B at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Honda Cbr 600 Fa-B is 16,745 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 11,722 and 24,356 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.