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WP57 RZJ

2008 Honda Hornet

Black Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jul 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

32,322 mi
Last recorded32,322 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Honda Hornet19,890 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWP57 RZJ
MakeHonda
ModelHornet
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2026 32,322 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 17 Jul 2025 30,189 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 26 Jun 2025 30,169 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 27 Jun 2024 28,731 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Jun 2023 27,026 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 23 Jun 2022 25,385 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2022 25,385 miles

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 24 Apr 2021 22,597 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2021 22,597 miles

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Drive chain so loose it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 1 May 2020 21,643 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2018 21,046 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2017 19,913 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2016 18,582 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2015 17,105 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2014 16,044 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Pass 6 Jun 2013 15,850 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2012 14,260 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2011 11,568 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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WP57 RZJ is a 2008 Honda Hornet in Black with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2008 Honda Hornet models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.6% with a typical mileage of 19,890 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 WP57 RZJ, 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 18 years old, this Honda Hornet is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was WP57 RZJ registered?

WP57 RZJ is a 2008 Honda Hornet, first registered on 26 January 2008.

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