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GU52 YAK

2002 Honda Hornet

Yellow Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Oct 2020
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

39,304 mi
Last recorded39,304 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2019
Typical for 2002 Honda Hornet18,604 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU52 YAK
MakeHonda
ModelHornet
Year2002
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2019 39,304 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Fail 7 Oct 2019 39,304 miles

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

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

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Pass 8 Oct 2018 35,681 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 8 Oct 2018 35,681 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Drive chain so loose it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre tread not clearly visible (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 30 Jun 2017 32,239 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 4 Jul 2016 31,017 miles

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

Fail 4 Jul 2016 31,017 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

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

Pass 4 Jun 2015 30,557 miles

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

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

Pass 16 May 2014 29,550 miles

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

Pass 24 May 2013 27,982 miles

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

Pass 28 May 2012 27,099 miles
Fail 25 May 2012 27,099 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 May 2011 26,483 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 10 May 2010 24,416 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2006 14,622 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2006 14,622 miles

Front Dipswitch does not deflect the main beam/s, making them into dipped beam/s (1.2.2b(ii))

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

Offside Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

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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GU52 YAK is a 2002 Honda Hornet in Yellow with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 GU52 YAK, 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 GU52 YAK registered?

GU52 YAK is a 2002 Honda Hornet, first registered on 14 December 2002.

Is GU52 YAK safe to buy?

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