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YP02 AUY

2002 Honda Hornet

White Petrol 900cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Aug 2026
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

25,229 mi
Last recorded25,229 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2025
Typical for 2002 Honda Hornet18,604 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYP02 AUY
MakeHonda
ModelHornet
Year2002
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine900cc
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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2025 25,229 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2025 25,229 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working n/s/r indicator fails intermittently, l.e.d. lamp (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Central Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 6 Aug 2024 24,673 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2024 24,673 miles

Central Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 18 Jul 2023 23,814 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2022 22,863 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2021 22,197 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2021 22,197 miles

Central Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 17 May 2019 20,515 miles
Pass 1 May 2018 18,459 miles
Pass 5 May 2017 17,751 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2016 17,157 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2015 16,567 miles

Centre Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Fail 4 Jun 2015 16,567 miles

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

Front Roller brake test indicates a severely juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Centre Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 12 Jun 2014 16,113 miles
Pass 17 May 2013 15,832 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2011 14,756 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2010 14,400 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2009 14,029 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2008 11,438 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2007 8,736 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2006 4,996 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2006 4,996 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Pass 20 Jun 2005 1,295 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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YP02 AUY is a 2002 Honda Hornet in White with a 900cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 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 YP02 AUY, 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 YP02 AUY registered?

YP02 AUY is a 2002 Honda Hornet, first registered on 24 June 2002.

Is YP02 AUY safe to buy?

The MOT history for YP02 AUY shows 24 tests with a 79.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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