2002 Honda CBR600FS 0.6L Petrol · EO02 AVV

This Honda CBR600FS presents a stable and clean MOT history, with the most recent test on 5 August 2025 at 27,524 miles showing no defects or advisories. The vehicle has passed every annual inspection since 3 August 2021 , with no recurring issues or warnings that would suggest deteriorating mechanical or structural integrity. The absence of even minor advisories—such as tyre wear, fluid leaks, or suspension wear—indicates the bike has either been meticulously maintained or operated under very light conditions. For a 24-year-old machine, this level of consistency is rare, though it raises questions about whether critical components like coil springs, brake hoses, or chain tensioning have been proactively checked beyond MOT requirements. The mileage progression is unusually low for its age, averaging just 1,147 miles per year over the past five tests. Between August 2021 (24,558 miles) and August 2025 (27,524 miles) , the bike covered a total of 2,966 miles —a figure more typical of a lightly ridden daily commuter or a long-term storage project. The near-identical mileage increments (around 600–700 miles annually ) suggest either minimal use or periodic short trips without significant wear accumulation. Such low mileage could imply the bike has avoided natural wear on consumables like tyres, brake pads, and suspension bushes, but it also means the owner may have deferred routine servicing beyond legal minimums. Given the lack of recorded issues, a buyer should still verify several high-wear components in person. The suspension—particularly the rear shock absorber and front fork seals—should be checked for oil leaks or stiffness, as these often degrade slowly without obvious symptoms. Brake system integrity is critical; inspect the front and rear brake discs for uneven wear or corrosion, and ensure the calipers operate freely without binding. The chain and sprocket should show minimal elongation or rust, and the swingarm bearings ought to be tested for play. While the MOT history is flawless, the bike’s age and low mileage raise the possibility of deferred maintenance on non-MOT-tested items like the valve adjustment, throttle cables, or electrical connections. The absence of advisories or defects in the MOT records is a positive indicator, but the buyer must treat this as a starting point rather than a definitive endorsement of the bike’s overall condition. A pre-purchase inspection by a specialist—focusing on hidden wear, corrosion, and service intervals—would be prudent before committing to such an older machine. The clean history suggests the bike could still be mechanically sound, but it also implies that some components may never have faced the stress of regular riding, potentially leading to unexpected failures if pushed into heavier use.