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V48 HEO

1999 Honda Hornet

Grey Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

35,068 mi
Last recorded35,068 miles
Recorded on13 May 2025
Typical for 1999 Honda Hornet25,087 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV48 HEO
MakeHonda
ModelHornet
Year1999
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc
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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 May 2025 35,068 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2023 35,039 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2023 35,039 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 Jun 2016 35,022 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))

Fail 14 Jun 2016 35,022 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Pass 29 May 2015 29,636 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

drive chain links partially siezed

front brakes have slight bind

Fail 26 May 2015 29,574 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Offside Front Brake hose is likely to be fouled or trapped by moving parts (3.2.B2c)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

front brakes have slight bind

Pass 10 Mar 2014 25,055 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))

Pass 4 Aug 2012 24,356 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))

Pass 14 Jul 2011 14,056 miles

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

Pass 5 Jun 2010 23,911 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2009 23,228 miles
Pass 28 May 2008 23,104 miles
Pass 12 May 2007 22,489 miles

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

Pass 16 May 2006 20,440 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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V48 HEO is a 1999 Honda Hornet in Grey with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1999 Honda Hornet models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.4% with a typical mileage of 25,087 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 V48 HEO, 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 27 years old, this Honda Hornet is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was V48 HEO registered?

V48 HEO is a 1999 Honda Hornet, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is V48 HEO safe to buy?

The MOT history for V48 HEO shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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