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N98 TRY

2002 Honda Hornet

Red Petrol 250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Apr 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

25,996 mi
Last recorded25,996 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2025
Typical for 2002 Honda Hornet18,604 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN98 TRY
MakeHonda
ModelHornet
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine250cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2025 25,996 miles
Pass 4 May 2022 25,942 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2021 25,902 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2018 25,803 miles

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

Pass 3 Oct 2014 25,669 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2014 25,669 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 19 Oct 2013 25,398 miles

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

Pass 8 Aug 2012 25,288 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2011 25,277 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

rear tyre has a flattened surface on middle of tyre

Pass 31 Mar 2011 25,277 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

rear tyre has a flattened surface on middle of tyre

Pass 18 Nov 2009 25,237 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

rear brake pads getting low.

rear tyre getting low on tread.

Pass 26 Feb 2009 24,266 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2007 23,670 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2006 22,384 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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N98 TRY is a 2002 Honda Hornet in Red with a 250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 N98 TRY, 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 N98 TRY registered?

N98 TRY is a 2002 Honda Hornet, first registered on 1 November 2002.

Is N98 TRY safe to buy?

The MOT history for N98 TRY shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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