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EU58 RCV

2008 Honda Hornet

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Dec 2019
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

6,729 mi
Last recorded6,729 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2018
Typical for 2008 Honda Hornet19,890 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEU58 RCV
MakeHonda
ModelHornet
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2018 6,729 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2018 6,728 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Jan 2018 5,354 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on limit. (4.1.3(ii))

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

Pass 30 Jan 2017 4,698 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2017 4,698 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 20 Jan 2016 3,745 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2014 2,751 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2014 2,751 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 19 Dec 2013 2,309 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2012 19,919 miles

Registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)

Pass 10 Dec 2012 19,919 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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EU58 RCV is a 2008 Honda Hornet in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 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 EU58 RCV, 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 EU58 RCV registered?

EU58 RCV is a 2008 Honda Hornet, first registered on 31 December 2008.

Is EU58 RCV safe to buy?

The MOT history for EU58 RCV shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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