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WU52 HLZ

2003 Honda Hornet

White Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Aug 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

18,829 mi
Last recorded18,829 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2025
Typical for 2003 Honda Hornet14,996 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU52 HLZ
MakeHonda
ModelHornet
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2025 18,829 miles

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

Pass 5 Aug 2024 18,754 miles

Stop lamp insecure (4.3.1 (c) (i))

Pass 25 Jul 2023 18,497 miles

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

Rear Stop lamp insecure (4.3.1 (c) (i))

Pass 4 Aug 2022 18,255 miles

Coolant leak ()

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

Pass 10 Aug 2021 17,675 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2020 17,339 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2019 16,823 miles

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

Fail 4 Jun 2019 16,823 miles

Nearside Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 2 Jun 2018 16,277 miles
Pass 26 May 2017 15,345 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Jun 2016 14,576 miles
Pass 20 May 2015 14,548 miles

Upper fork stantions slightly pitted

Pass 29 May 2014 14,410 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Front fork stanchions Pitted

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear suspension slightly corroded (2.4.A.2d)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 28 May 2014 14,410 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

An item not tested (Manual)

An item not tested (Manual)

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Headlamp aim not tested (1.6)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

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

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Front and rear tyres Flat

Front fork stanchions Pitted

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear suspension slightly corroded (2.4.A.2d)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 25 Mar 2009 14,363 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2008 13,772 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2007 23,116 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2006 11,857 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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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WU52 HLZ is a 2003 Honda Hornet in White with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 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 WU52 HLZ, 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 WU52 HLZ registered?

WU52 HLZ is a 2003 Honda Hornet, first registered on 5 February 2003.

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