Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2012 Honda Cbr 600 Fa B?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 2012 Honda Cbr 600 Fa B?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 2012 Honda Cbr 600 Fa B?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

How many 2012 Honda Cbr 600 Fa B vehicles have had dangerous defects recorded?

21% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded. Search the registration on CarHunch — the full MOT history will show exactly what was flagged and whether it was resolved.

Is the 2012 Honda Cbr 600 Fa B reliable?

Based on MOT data from 360 vehicles, the 2012 Honda Cbr 600 Fa B has a first-time MOT pass rate of 89.5%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2012 Honda Cbr 600 Fa B?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

CarHunch

Get Started

Honda Cbr 600 Fa B (2012)

360 real MOT outcomes analysed • 89.5% first-time pass rate

2012 Honda Cbr 600 Fa B

CarHunch analysed 360 real MOT records for the 2012 Honda Cbr 600 Fa B. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
Which year to buy? →

On this page

AI Analysis Reliability Overview Check a Specific Reg Buyer's Checklist Pass Rate by Fuel Mileage Distribution Still on the Road MOT Averages Colour Breakdown Compare Models

Moderate sample. 360 vehicles on record. Figures are indicative — the specific vehicle's history matters more than these averages.

The 2012 Honda CBR 600 FA-B posts an 83% first-time pass rate, marginally above the UK average of 80%, which is respectable for a 12-year-old bike—though the concerning part is that 21.1% of these machines have recorded a dangerous defect at some point, putting it well above the safety threshold. With a median mileage of just 12,668 miles for the age, these are generally low-mileage examples, suggesting they've been well-looked-after or garage-kept. The average 1.04 failures and 4.0 advisories per test indicate routine maintenance issues rather than structural problems, typically suspension, brake, and lighting items that are easily fixed. If you're considering one, verify the service history carefully and budget for fresh fluids and brake work before riding—the dangerous defect prevalence means a pre-purchase inspection is essential, not optional.

The 2012 Honda Cbr 600 Fa B passes its MOT first time at roughly the UK average rate (89.5%) — solid but worth checking this vehicle's history carefully.

⚠️ Over 1 in 5 of these vehicles have had a dangerous MOT failure at some point — usually tyres or brakes, and often a one-off issue rather than a persistent problem. The group stats won't tell you which one you're looking at.

First-time pass

89.5%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

21.1%

At least once in MOT history

Check this vehicle

Avg failures / car

1.04

Over 8.7 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

13k

Middle half: 8k–21k

For context

✅ Good baseline reliability. A 89.5% first-time pass rate puts this well above the UK average — it's a well-sorted vehicle in this age bracket.

🔧 Expect consumable spend. An average of 4 advisories per vehicle tells you wear items (tyres, brakes) get flagged regularly. Budget for them — they're not surprises.

🔍 The dangerous defect figure is real. Most are one-off tyre failures or brake issues — not structural problems. But it's exactly why checking the individual vehicle's history is essential, not optional.

These stats describe 360 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.

Average reliability — agree?

See this vehicle's full MOT history & AI hunches

Spot recurring advisories, hidden issues, and how it compares to 360 Honda Cbr 600 Fa B cars.

Before you buy a 2012 Honda Cbr 600 Fa B

Based on MOT data from 360 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 21.1% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
Search the reg on CarHunch for the full MOT history, reliability stats and a free AI-powered analysis of that exact vehicle.
🔍 Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price. Inspection →
📄 Outstanding finance, insurance write-offs and clocking won't appear in the MOT records — a dedicated history check covers all of this. Our link gets you 20% off automatically. History Get 20% off via CarHunch

Pass Rate by Fuel Type

Fuel type	Vehicles	Pass rate	Avg failures
Petrol (96%)	346	89.1%	1.08

Colour Breakdown

Based on 822 Honda Cbr 600 Fa B vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

White 66.7%

548

Black 32.5%

267

Orange 0.9%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2012 Honda Cbr 600 Fa B vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

12,668

typical

7,619

low mileage

20,513

high mileage

Half of all 2012 Honda Cbr 600 Fa B vehicles fall between 7,619 and 20,513 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 7,619 miles — lower than most. Could be great, or could be a vehicle that rarely moved. Check test frequency and mileage progression in the MOT history.

✓ 7,619–20,513 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2012 Honda Cbr 600 Fa Bs sit.

⚠ Over 27,692 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2012 Honda Cbr 600 Fa B — Still on the Road

Most 2012 Honda Cbr 600 Fa Bs are still being driven.

202 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 — 70% of the peak remain.

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2015–2025.
* The 2020 dip reflects the government's COVID-19 MOT exemption, which allowed certificates to be extended by six months — fewer tests were conducted that year.

MOT History Averages

8.7

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

1.04

Avg failures per vehicle

Avg advisories per vehicle

Other model years — Honda Cbr 600 Fa B: All Cbr 600 Fa B years → Which year to buy? →

2011

Or browse all models: Honda →

Compare with another model

See how the 2012 Honda Cbr 600 Fa B stacks up against a rival.

Average reliability — agree?