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CA08 EVV

2008 Honda Hornet

Blue Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Aug 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

26,572 mi
Last recorded26,572 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Honda Hornet19,890 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCA08 EVV
MakeHonda
ModelHornet
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2025 26,572 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2024 23,988 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2023 23,973 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2022 23,969 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2021 23,965 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2020 23,849 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2020 23,849 miles

Dipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on dipped beam (4.1.3 (b))

Pass 13 Aug 2019 23,369 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2018 23,114 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil front fork right hand side (offside) has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 21 Jul 2017 23,090 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 10 Feb 2016 23,082 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2015 22,027 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 18 Jun 2014 21,257 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2014 21,257 miles

Rear Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 7 Feb 2013 16,841 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 7 Jan 2012 10,883 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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CA08 EVV is a 2008 Honda Hornet in Blue with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2008 Honda Hornet models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.6% with a typical mileage of 19,890 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 CA08 EVV, 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 18 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 CA08 EVV registered?

CA08 EVV is a 2008 Honda Hornet, first registered on 19 May 2008.

Is CA08 EVV safe to buy?

The MOT history for CA08 EVV shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does CA08 EVV have outstanding finance?

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