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EY03 FUM

2003 Honda Hornet

Blue Petrol 598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2021
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

30,253 mi
Last recorded30,253 miles
Recorded on7 Dec 2020
Typical for 2003 Honda Hornet14,996 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEY03 FUM
MakeHonda
ModelHornet
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine598cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Dec 2020 30,253 miles

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

Fail 4 Dec 2020 30,253 miles

Rear Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Rear Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 5 Jun 2019 23,506 miles

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

Pass 7 Jun 2018 19,776 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2017 19,610 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2016 19,308 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2016 19,308 miles

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

Pass 26 Aug 2015 18,906 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2014 18,044 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2013 16,612 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 13 Sep 2012 14,377 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2012 14,376 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

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

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

Pass 16 Sep 2011 11,789 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Sep 2010 11,782 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 7 Jul 2009 11,102 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2009 10,948 miles

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

Fail 28 Jul 2007 8,979 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 28 Jul 2007 8,979 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2006 6,831 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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EY03 FUM is a 2003 Honda Hornet in Blue with a 598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 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 EY03 FUM, 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.

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What year was EY03 FUM registered?

EY03 FUM is a 2003 Honda Hornet, first registered on 27 May 2003.

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