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AU52 UUW

2003 Honda Hornet

Yellow Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2026
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

14,866 mi
Last recorded14,866 miles
Recorded on31 May 2025
Typical for 2003 Honda Hornet14,996 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU52 UUW
MakeHonda
ModelHornet
Year2003
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 May 2025 14,866 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2024 13,653 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2014 13,641 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2012 13,505 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 8 Jul 2011 13,446 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2010 12,526 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2009 10,405 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2007 9,502 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2006 7,263 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2006 7,221 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

How Reliable is the Honda Hornet?

Based on 6,744 MOT tests across 536 vehicles.

84.1%
Pass Rate
1,043
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
536
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 72
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 63
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 44
reflector on motorcycle missing 42
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 42
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AU52 UUW is a 2003 Honda Hornet in Yellow with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2003 Honda Hornet models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.6% with a typical mileage of 14,996 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda Hornet fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 72 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AU52 UUW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Hornet typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 23 years old, this Honda Hornet is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AU52 UUW registered?

AU52 UUW is a 2003 Honda Hornet, first registered on 24 January 2003.

Is AU52 UUW safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU52 UUW shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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