Honda Cbr600
MotorcycleFrom 402 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, excessive fluctuation in brake effort through each wheel revolution, stop lamp missing and inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning. The top issue, a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, caused 8 failures in 2024. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely | 8 |
| excessive fluctuation in brake effort through each wheel revolution | 6 |
| stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 4 |
| significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake | 3 |
| steering head bearings excessively stiff, notchy, or with excessive wear or play | 2 |
| a headlamp missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led | 2 |
| a lamp missing or inoperative | 2 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 1 |
| headlamp aim unable to be tested | 1 |
| brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm | 1 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. Only 33.3% of Cbr600 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 £76.
Typical mileage
Half of all Cbr600s tested had between 19,397 and 40,780 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 29,525 median miles, the Cbr600 has 0.045 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 Cbr600 MOT pass rate?
The Honda Cbr600 has a 86.6% MOT pass rate based on 402 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Honda Cbr600?
The most common MOT failure on the Honda Cbr600 is a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, which caused 8 failures. Other common issues include excessive fluctuation in brake effort through each wheel revolution.
What is the typical mileage of a Honda Cbr600 at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Honda Cbr600 is 29,525 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 19,397 and 40,780 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.