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R474 OGF

1998 Honda Hornet

Red Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2024
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

22,063 mi
Last recorded22,063 miles
Recorded on2 May 2023
Typical for 1998 Honda Hornet23,122 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR474 OGF
MakeHonda
ModelHornet
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc
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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 2 May 2023 22,063 miles
Pass 7 May 2022 21,934 miles
Pass 6 May 2021 20,889 miles
Pass 30 May 2020 20,093 miles
Pass 10 May 2019 19,798 miles
Pass 14 May 2016 19,603 miles
Pass 16 May 2015 19,229 miles
Pass 3 May 2014 18,584 miles

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

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 6 Apr 2013 18,082 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Mar 2012 17,990 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 19 Apr 2011 17,291 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 14 Apr 2010 16,780 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 27 Mar 2009 16,237 miles

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

Pass 14 Feb 2008 15,290 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2007 14,323 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2006 12,797 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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R474 OGF is a 1998 Honda Hornet in Red with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1998 Honda Hornet models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.3% with a typical mileage of 23,122 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 R474 OGF, 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 28 years old, this Honda Hornet is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R474 OGF registered?

R474 OGF is a 1998 Honda Hornet, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R474 OGF safe to buy?

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