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GJ02 EKB

2002 Honda Hornet

Yellow Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2020
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

42,186 mi
Last recorded42,186 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2019
Typical for 2002 Honda Hornet18,604 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ02 EKB
MakeHonda
ModelHornet
Year2002
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2019 42,186 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2018 1,764 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 29 Aug 2018 1,764 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 31 Aug 2017 25,747 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 10 Aug 2016 25,698 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Apr 2015 25,121 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2015 25,121 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 4 Jun 2013 22,599 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2012 21,080 miles
Pass 26 May 2011 18,173 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2010 15,050 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2009 13,405 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2008 11,352 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2007 9,536 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 21 Jul 2007 9,536 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2006 7,229 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2005 6,563 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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GJ02 EKB is a 2002 Honda Hornet in Yellow with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 GJ02 EKB, 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.

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What year was GJ02 EKB registered?

GJ02 EKB is a 2002 Honda Hornet, first registered on 19 April 2002.

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