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WV02 CFA

2002 Honda Hornet

Blue Petrol 598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 May 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

23,620 mi
Last recorded23,620 miles
Recorded on26 May 2026
Typical for 2002 Honda Hornet18,604 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWV02 CFA
MakeHonda
ModelHornet
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine598cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 May 2026 23,620 miles
Fail 26 May 2026 23,620 miles

Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 28 May 2025 23,397 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 28 May 2025 23,397 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 11 May 2024 23,128 miles
Pass 17 May 2023 22,903 miles
Fail 17 May 2023 22,903 miles

Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 23 Mar 2022 21,367 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2021 20,553 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2020 19,643 miles

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

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

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

Pass 28 Mar 2019 18,772 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2018 18,014 miles

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

Pass 24 Mar 2017 17,303 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2016 16,848 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2015 15,730 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2014 14,464 miles

Front brake pads are getting close to the minimum requirement of 1.6mm

Pass 11 Mar 2013 13,402 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2012 12,832 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2011 12,051 miles

Front brake pads are starting to get down on the front, approx 2mm.

Pass 19 Mar 2010 11,734 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2009 11,003 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2008 10,175 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2007 8,609 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2006 7,476 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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WV02 CFA is a 2002 Honda Hornet in Blue with a 598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2002 Honda Hornet models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.7% with a typical mileage of 18,604 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 WV02 CFA, 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 24 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 WV02 CFA registered?

WV02 CFA is a 2002 Honda Hornet, first registered on 28 March 2002.

Is WV02 CFA safe to buy?

The MOT history for WV02 CFA shows 24 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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