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AE53 WNV

2004 Honda Hornet

Blue Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 May 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

35,952 mi
Last recorded35,952 miles
Recorded on1 May 2025
Typical for 2004 Honda Hornet15,868 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE53 WNV
MakeHonda
ModelHornet
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc
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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 May 2025 35,952 miles

Front slight noise from front wheel bearing

Pass 2 May 2024 35,262 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play +slight noise (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 5 May 2023 34,540 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 6 Apr 2021 32,978 miles

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

Pass 10 Jul 2019 35,080 miles

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

Front only slight damping effect in front forks !

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit need changing ASAP ! (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 20 Jun 2018 30,383 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2017 27,130 miles

headlamp beam converter/ mask fitted

Pass 17 Jun 2016 23,390 miles

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

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

beam deflector fitted to headlight

Pass 12 Jun 2015 17,664 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2014 16,717 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2013 14,051 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2012 13,041 miles

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

Pass 11 Apr 2011 12,223 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2011 12,223 miles

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

Pass 9 Apr 2010 8,747 miles

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

Pass 10 Mar 2009 6,470 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2008 5,114 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2007 3,880 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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AE53 WNV is a 2004 Honda Hornet in Blue with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

Across all 2004 Honda Hornet models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.0% with a typical mileage of 15,868 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 AE53 WNV, 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 22 years old, this Honda Hornet is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AE53 WNV registered?

AE53 WNV is a 2004 Honda Hornet, first registered on 9 February 2004.

Is AE53 WNV safe to buy?

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