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VX51 EXD

2001 Honda Hornet

Black Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jan 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

50,953 mi
Last recorded50,953 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2026
Typical for 2001 Honda Hornet20,094 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX51 EXD
MakeHonda
ModelHornet
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2026 50,953 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2024 50,466 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 24 Nov 2023 50,043 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2022 48,480 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2021 47,187 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 7 Nov 2020 46,377 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))

Pass 3 May 2019 41,660 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 14 May 2018 36,296 miles

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 15 May 2017 31,386 miles
Pass 14 May 2016 27,352 miles

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

Pass 14 May 2015 21,889 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2014 20,280 miles

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

Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

Pass 21 Mar 2013 18,812 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 29 Mar 2012 17,278 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2012 17,278 miles

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

Pass 11 Apr 2011 16,455 miles

Nearside Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 8 Apr 2010 14,827 miles

Nearside Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 8 Apr 2009 13,336 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2009 13,336 miles

Rear Registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Rear Registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 8 Apr 2008 11,308 miles

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

rear no plate has honey comb antiflash letters, at the moment this reason for rejection has been suspended by V.O.S.A . but will come into force in the very near future at a date decided by V.O.S.A so there is a possibilty this could be a failure

Pass 2 Apr 2007 9,008 miles

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

Pass 11 Feb 2006 3,639 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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VX51 EXD is a 2001 Honda Hornet in Black with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 2001 Honda Hornet models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.4% with a typical mileage of 20,094 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 VX51 EXD, 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 25 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 VX51 EXD registered?

VX51 EXD is a 2001 Honda Hornet, first registered on 1 September 2001.

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