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Honda CB600 Hornet

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 599 cc

T159 RDLMOT history

T159 RDL is a blue petrol Honda CB600 Hornet first used on 1 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 27 Jul 2027 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 41,695 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 27 Jul 2027
Mileage
41,695 mi
At MOT on 28 Jul 2026
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
1,458 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T159 RDL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Honda
Model
CB600 Hornet
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
599 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T159 RDL was last recorded at 41,695 miles on 28 Jul 2026, 818 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
40,877 miles · 30 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
818 miles
Average per year
1,458 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 41,695 miles
  • 2025 – 40,877 miles
  • 2024 – 40,099 miles
  • 2022 – 38,373 miles
  • 2021 – 36,587 miles
  • 2020 – 34,391 miles
  • 2019 – 30,875 miles
  • 2018 – 30,452 miles
  • 2015 – 30,030 miles
  • 2014 – 29,127 miles
  • 2013 – 24,639 miles
  • 2011 – 19,015 miles
  • 2010 – 18,747 miles
  • 2009 – 18,172 miles
  • 2008 – 17,850 miles
  • 2006 – 12,740 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass41,695 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2008–2015

  • Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Drive chain slightly loose

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Front Brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Front Upper Brake hose slightly chafed

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

24 tests since 18 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass41,695 miles (+818)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    41,695 miles
    Test number
    474901372801

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass40,877 miles (+778)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    40,877 miles
    Test number
    445528099305
    • AdvisoryDrive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

  3. Pass40,099 miles (+1,726)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    40,099 miles
    Test number
    212307571503

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass38,373 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    38,373 miles
    Test number
    760850936550
    • AdvisoryFront Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

  5. Fail38,372 miles (+1,785)2 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,372 miles
    Test number
    444676892015
    • DangerousDrive chain so worn it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii))
    • DangerousDrive chain sprocket so worn it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass36,587 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    36,587 miles
    Test number
    101476658316
    • MinorFront Upper Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryDrive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear indicator lenses missing, but not showing white light.

  7. Fail36,587 miles (+2,196)4 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,587 miles
    Test number
    928860209082
    • MajorDrive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorHeadlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorHeadlamp reflector seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorFront Upper Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear indicator units missing, but not affecting operation

  8. Pass34,391 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2021
    Odometer
    34,391 miles
    Test number
    659762209015
    • AdvisoryDrive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp light intensity reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

  9. Fail34,391 miles (+3,516)2 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,391 miles
    Test number
    287433307971
    • DangerousDrive chain so loose it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii))
    • DangerousFront Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up (5.1.3 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryDrive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

  10. Pass30,875 miles (+423)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2020
    Odometer
    30,875 miles
    Test number
    141587017660

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass30,452 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    30,452 miles
    Test number
    996448433422

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail30,452 miles1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,452 miles
    Test number
    267971470023
    • MajorHeadlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

  13. Fail30,433 miles (+403)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,433 miles
    Test number
    282607332953
    • MajorHeadlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

  14. Pass30,030 miles (+903)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    30,030 miles
    Test number
    259133755491
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

  15. Pass29,127 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2015
    Odometer
    29,127 miles
    Test number
    439044344119
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

  16. Fail29,126 miles (+4,487)6 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,126 miles
    Test number
    427252144157
    • FailureBrake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)
    • FailureDecelerometer brake test neither brake control achieves an efficiency of 25% (3.3.E1c)
    • FailureDecelerometer brake test no brake control achieves an efficiency of 30% (3.3.E1a)
    • FailureFront Decelerometer brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.E1d)
    • FailureNearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)
    • FailureThrottle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

  17. Pass24,639 miles (+23)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    24,639 miles
    Test number
    828125583068
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)
    • AdvisoryRear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

  18. Fail24,616 miles (+5,601)2 failures5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,616 miles
    Test number
    536371483011
    • FailureFront shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))
    • AdvisoryDrive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)
    • NoteNail in front tyre

  19. Pass19,015 miles (+268)
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    19,015 miles
    Test number
    677726941227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass18,747 miles (+575)
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    18,747 miles
    Test number
    872209820295

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass18,172 miles (+322)
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    18,172 miles
    Test number
    971096549237

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass17,850 miles (+188)
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    17,850 miles
    Test number
    564289348254

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass17,662 miles (+4,922)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    17,662 miles
    Test number
    103107978433
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator deteriorated but function not impaired (1.5.3a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)
    • AdvisoryRear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

  24. Pass12,740 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    12,740 miles
    Test number
    563091066273

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T159 RDL

Does T159 RDL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T159 RDL is valid until 27 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on T159 RDL?
The MOT on T159 RDL is valid until 27 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T159 RDL done?
T159 RDL was recorded at 41,695 miles at its MOT on 28 Jul 2026, an average of 1,458 miles a year.
Has T159 RDL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T159 RDL has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Aug 2022.
Has the mileage on T159 RDL ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on T159 RDL find?
T159 RDL passed its latest MOT on 28 Jul 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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