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WX51 DPE

2001 Honda Hornet

Blue Petrol 598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Sep 2026
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

23,253 mi
Last recorded23,253 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2025
Typical for 2001 Honda Hornet20,094 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWX51 DPE
MakeHonda
ModelHornet
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine598cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 8 Sep 2025 23,253 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2024 22,325 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2023 21,955 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2022 21,297 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2021 20,305 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2020 19,745 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 4 Sep 2019 19,730 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 11 May 2018 19,488 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 27 Jun 2015 19,249 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2014 19,224 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 20 Jun 2013 17,854 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2012 17,323 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2011 14,075 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2010 13,341 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2007 13,304 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2006 13,019 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2005 12,474 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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WX51 DPE is a 2001 Honda Hornet in Blue with a 598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 WX51 DPE, 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 WX51 DPE registered?

WX51 DPE is a 2001 Honda Hornet, first registered on 22 September 2001.

Is WX51 DPE safe to buy?

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