2000 HONDA CBR600F0.6L PETROL

The vehicle remains roadworthy but the maintenance history shows a trend of minor reactive repairs rather than preventative care. The most recent test in July 2025 at 16,183 miles passed despite notes regarding a worn drive chain sprocket and fluctuations in front brake effort. While the bike is legal for the road, the recurring nature of the braking and suspension issues suggests that components are only addressed once they approach failure thresholds or are flagged by the tester. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a 26-year-old motorcycle, averaging approximately 622 miles per year. There is a significant five-year gap between October 2019 and July 2024, during which the vehicle covered only 1,006 miles. This pattern of infrequent use often leads to degradation of rubber components, seals, and fluids rather than mechanical wear from distance. The rapid accumulation of just 453 miles between 2024 and 2025 indicates the bike continues to sit for long periods between test tests. A buyer must physically inspect the front braking system thoroughly, as the record shows binding calipers, pads near the minimum limit, and fluctuating effort across multiple tests since 2018. The shock absorbers also require close attention; oil misting was noted on both fork legs between 2018 and 2024, indicating that the internal seals are beginning to fail. Given the low mileage, the buyer should also check for dry rot in the tyres and perished brake lines, as these are common failure points for vehicles of this age that remain stationary for extended durations.