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BF52 CAE

2002 Honda Hornet

Blue Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Sep 2026
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

48,518 mi
Last recorded48,518 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2025
Typical for 2002 Honda Hornet18,604 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF52 CAE
MakeHonda
ModelHornet
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 23 Aug 2025 48,518 miles

rear coil spring corroded

Pass 16 Aug 2024 48,091 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2023 42,972 miles

rear tyre has cuts in tread

Pass 26 Aug 2022 37,968 miles

Rear sprocket carrier bush worn

Pass 7 Aug 2021 37,374 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2020 36,512 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 27 Jul 2019 35,859 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2018 34,878 miles

nearside bar weight missing

Pass 31 Jul 2017 34,033 miles

N/S BAR END MISSING

REAR TYRE GETTING LOW

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 12 Aug 2016 32,863 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2015 31,870 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2014 31,106 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2013 29,756 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2012 27,572 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2011 25,748 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2010 23,569 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2009 21,556 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2008 20,191 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2007 18,608 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2006 16,282 miles

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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BF52 CAE is a 2002 Honda Hornet in Blue with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2002 Honda Hornet models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.7% with a typical mileage of 18,604 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 BF52 CAE, 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 24 years old, this Honda Hornet is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BF52 CAE registered?

BF52 CAE is a 2002 Honda Hornet, first registered on 6 September 2002.

Is BF52 CAE safe to buy?

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