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YS53 DVY

2003 Honda Hornet

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 May 2027
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

1,363 mi
Last recorded1,363 miles
Recorded on5 May 2026
Typical for 2003 Honda Hornet14,996 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYS53 DVY
MakeHonda
ModelHornet
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 5 May 2026 1,363 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2026 1,360 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Direction indicator obviously incorrectly positioned (4.4.3 (a))

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

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

Pass 30 Apr 2025 1,086 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2024 856 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2024 856 miles

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

Pass 6 Sep 2022 272 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2021 8 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2017 8,545 miles

Offside Rear Outer o/s/r passenger footpeg rubber missing

Fail 23 Apr 2017 8,545 miles

Central Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies rear brake pedal switch inop (1.3.1a)

Offside Rear Outer o/s/r passenger footpeg rubber missing

Pass 16 Apr 2016 7,286 miles
Pass 9 May 2015 4,552 miles

Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Fail 9 May 2015 4,552 miles

Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 13 May 2014 2,743 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 4 Jun 2011 2,236 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 4 Jun 2011 2,236 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2010 1,819 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2009 1,369 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2009 1,369 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 20 Apr 2007 928 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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YS53 DVY is a 2003 Honda Hornet in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 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 YS53 DVY, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YS53 DVY registered?

YS53 DVY is a 2003 Honda Hornet, first registered on 27 October 2003.

Is YS53 DVY safe to buy?

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