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T970 HHG

2003 Honda Hornet

Grey Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Apr 2022
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

23,151 mi
Last recorded23,151 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2021
Typical for 2003 Honda Hornet14,996 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT970 HHG
MakeHonda
ModelHornet
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2021 23,151 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2018 21,890 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2018 21,883 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

Offside Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

Rear Brake disc fractured (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Jul 2017 19,860 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2017 19,671 miles

Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. both sides (2.1.1c)

Pass 4 Jul 2016 17,134 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2015 16,324 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2014 14,955 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2013 13,988 miles
Pass 26 May 2012 12,700 miles
Pass 20 May 2011 10,998 miles
Pass 20 May 2010 10,316 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2009 9,371 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2007 7,002 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2006 5,347 miles

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

Fail 13 Jun 2006 5,347 miles

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

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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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T970 HHG is a 2003 Honda Hornet in Grey with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 T970 HHG, 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.

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What year was T970 HHG registered?

T970 HHG is a 2003 Honda Hornet, first registered on 1 June 2003.

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