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LK51 YKY

2001 Honda Hornet

Black Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2022
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

65,381 mi
Last recorded65,381 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2021
Typical for 2001 Honda Hornet20,094 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK51 YKY
MakeHonda
ModelHornet
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2021 65,381 miles

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

Pass 26 Sep 2020 61,384 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2019 60,016 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Fail 18 Jul 2019 60,016 miles

Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Aug 2018 58,192 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2018 58,192 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Oct 2017 56,228 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2017 56,226 miles

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

Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Nearside Rear position lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.1.1b)

Pass 17 Aug 2016 53,103 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2015 52,182 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2014 51,024 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Fail 20 Aug 2014 51,024 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Pass 28 Aug 2013 49,093 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 8 Sep 2012 47,019 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2011 45,631 miles

Front and rear tyre valve stems perished

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

Pass 13 Aug 2010 44,174 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2009 39,913 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

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

Pass 20 Sep 2008 30,094 miles

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

Pass 29 Sep 2007 21,299 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 7 Oct 2006 12,131 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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LK51 YKY is a 2001 Honda Hornet in Black with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2001 Honda Hornet models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.4% with a typical mileage of 20,094 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 LK51 YKY, 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 25 years old, this Honda Hornet is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LK51 YKY registered?

LK51 YKY is a 2001 Honda Hornet, first registered on 9 October 2001.

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