2020 Honda CBR 650 RA-K 0.6L Petrol · VE69 ESV

The most recent MOT, conducted on 12 March 2026 at 12,155 miles, passed cleanly apart from a single advisory for front tyre tread depth approaching the legal minimum. The preceding test on 11 March 2026 at 12,154 miles failed on three minor points: a non-conforming registration plate, a registration plate lamp failing to illuminate with the position lamps, and the same front tyre wear advisory. All three defects were rectified within 24 hours, and the retest passed. This pattern indicates a stable, well-maintained motorcycle with no recurring mechanical or structural faults. The maintenance trend is consistent and shows no signs of deterioration. The mileage progression reveals a notable gap. Between the February 2023 test at 3,371 miles and the March 2024 test at 4,641 miles, the bike covered approximately 1,270 miles in just over 12 months. However, from March 2024 at 4,641 miles to March 2025 at 4,659 miles, only 18 miles were added across an entire year. The most dramatic jump occurred between March 2025 and March 2026, when the odometer climbed from 4,659 to 12,155 miles, an increase of 7,496 miles in 12 months. This suggests the motorcycle stood largely unused for at least two years before being ridden intensively in the past year. The overall average of roughly 2,026 miles per year over six years is low, but the recent spike indicates a significant change in usage pattern. The recurring advisory for front tyre tread depth near the legal limit appeared in every test from February 2024 through March 2026. This suggests the front tyre has been wearing consistently faster than expected for the mileage covered, possibly indicating a misaligned front wheel, incorrect tyre pressure habits, or a front suspension geometry issue. A buyer should inspect the front tyre for uneven wear patterns such as cupping or edge wear, which could point to worn fork seals, a bent fork tube, or damping issues. The rear tyre has never been flagged, so its condition should still be checked for age-related cracking given the bike's low early mileage and potential periods of standing. Beyond tyres, the clean MOT record with no brake, suspension, exhaust, or structural defects is encouraging. Still, a physical inspection should focus on the usual risks for a motorcycle that may have stood idle: seized brake calipers, corroded brake discs, degraded fork oil, and perished rubber components such as fork seals, brake hoses, and fuel lines. The registration plate and lighting defects from the March 2026 failure were minor and quickly fixed, but a buyer should verify all lights and the plate mounting conform to current standards before purchase.