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MJ03 JVC

2003 Honda Hornet

Blue Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Oct 2022
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

28 mi
Last recorded28 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2021
Typical for 2003 Honda Hornet14,996 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJ03 JVC
MakeHonda
ModelHornet
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2021 28 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 3 Jun 2020 25,201 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2020 25,201 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 11 May 2019 25,127 miles

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

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

Fail 26 Apr 2019 25,101 miles

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

Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 25 Apr 2018 24,789 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2017 24,276 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2017 24,275 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Pass 25 Apr 2016 23,742 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2015 22,736 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2014 20,987 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2013 18,592 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2012 17,727 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2010 17,531 miles
Pass 9 May 2009 15,878 miles

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

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 10 May 2008 12,970 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))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 14 Apr 2007 6,240 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2006 4,541 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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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MJ03 JVC is a 2003 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 2003 Honda Hornet models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.6% with a typical mileage of 14,996 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 MJ03 JVC, 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 23 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 MJ03 JVC registered?

MJ03 JVC is a 2003 Honda Hornet, first registered on 23 April 2003.

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