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EO02 OTA

2002 Honda Hornet

Blue Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Mar 2027
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

16,490 mi
Last recorded16,490 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2026
Typical for 2002 Honda Hornet18,604 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEO02 OTA
MakeHonda
ModelHornet
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2026 16,490 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 1 Feb 2025 15,545 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2024 14,437 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2012 14,014 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 13 Aug 2012 14,012 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 15 Jun 2011 12,820 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Offside Front Lower Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 14 Jun 2011 12,820 miles

Centre Front Lower Rear wheel rotation likely to be impeded (6.2.1b)

Nearside Rear Lower Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Offside Front Lower Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 30 Oct 2008 16,592 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2007 16,036 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2006 15,686 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2006 15,686 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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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EO02 OTA is a 2002 Honda Hornet in Blue with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 EO02 OTA, 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 EO02 OTA registered?

EO02 OTA is a 2002 Honda Hornet, first registered on 30 April 2002.

Is EO02 OTA safe to buy?

The MOT history for EO02 OTA shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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