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KT08 TBV

2008 Honda Hornet

Silver Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2026
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

49,829 mi
Last recorded49,829 miles
Recorded on25 Jan 2025
Typical for 2008 Honda Hornet19,890 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKT08 TBV
MakeHonda
ModelHornet
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Jan 2025 49,829 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2024 44,428 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all 3 dics (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 30 Jan 2023 40,891 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2021 39,147 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2020 34,165 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2020 34,165 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Jun 2019 25,474 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2018 19,079 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2018 19,076 miles

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

Front Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (4.3.3 (a) (i))

Pass 13 May 2017 15,957 miles
Fail 13 May 2017 15,957 miles

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

Pass 14 May 2016 13,202 miles
Fail 14 May 2016 13,202 miles

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

Pass 18 May 2015 7,297 miles
Fail 18 May 2015 7,297 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

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

Pass 19 Feb 2014 4,459 miles

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

Pass 16 Feb 2013 4,056 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2012 3,750 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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KT08 TBV is a 2008 Honda Hornet in Silver with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 KT08 TBV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KT08 TBV registered?

KT08 TBV is a 2008 Honda Hornet, first registered on 26 June 2008.

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