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LM08 HDH

2008 Honda Hornet

Black Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Mar 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

40,308 mi
Last recorded40,308 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Honda Hornet19,890 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM08 HDH
MakeHonda
ModelHornet
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc
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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Mar 2026 40,308 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2025 38,636 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2023 38,204 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2023 38,204 miles

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

Pass 18 Aug 2022 37,167 miles

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

Pass 16 Jul 2021 34,214 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2020 32,835 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2019 31,771 miles
Pass 12 May 2018 30,605 miles
Fail 9 May 2018 30,605 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 5 May 2017 29,226 miles
Fail 5 May 2017 29,226 miles

Front Tyre has ply or cord exposed (4.1.2a(iii)

Pass 21 Apr 2016 28,160 miles

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

Pass 17 Nov 2014 25,925 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2013 22,888 miles

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

Pass 27 Jun 2012 5,743 miles
Pass 24 May 2011 12,830 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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LM08 HDH is a 2008 Honda Hornet in Black with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 LM08 HDH, 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 LM08 HDH registered?

LM08 HDH is a 2008 Honda Hornet, first registered on 22 April 2008.

Is LM08 HDH safe to buy?

The MOT history for LM08 HDH shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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