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GL08 XHA

2008 Honda Hornet

Blue Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jan 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

28,603 mi
Last recorded28,603 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Honda Hornet19,890 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL08 XHA
MakeHonda
ModelHornet
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2026 28,603 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jan 2025 27,574 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 8 Jan 2024 26,465 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2024 26,465 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 23 Jan 2023 25,619 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 23 Jan 2023 25,619 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Jan 2022 24,674 miles

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

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 16 Jan 2021 23,112 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

Pass 15 Nov 2019 22,238 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2018 21,003 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2017 17,015 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 7 Oct 2017 17,015 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 5 Oct 2016 13,029 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2015 7,755 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2014 7,506 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Jun 2013 6,761 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2012 5,748 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2011 4,078 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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GL08 XHA is a 2008 Honda Hornet in Blue with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 GL08 XHA, 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.

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What year was GL08 XHA registered?

GL08 XHA is a 2008 Honda Hornet, first registered on 13 June 2008.

Is GL08 XHA safe to buy?

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