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GJ03 HYF

2003 Honda Hornet

Silver Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Aug 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

54,929 mi
Last recorded54,929 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2025
Typical for 2003 Honda Hornet14,996 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ03 HYF
MakeHonda
ModelHornet
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2025 54,929 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Jun 2019 21,202 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2018 19,825 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2018 19,825 miles

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

Pass 4 Apr 2017 15,218 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2015 14,878 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2014 13,742 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2013 13,010 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2012 12,808 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 27 Jun 2011 12,613 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2010 11,651 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2009 10,337 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2008 8,597 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2007 7,206 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2007 7,206 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Pass 2 Mar 2006 4,044 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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GJ03 HYF is a 2003 Honda Hornet in Silver with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 GJ03 HYF, 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 GJ03 HYF registered?

GJ03 HYF is a 2003 Honda Hornet, first registered on 1 March 2003.

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