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AX04 NRV

2004 Honda Hornet

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Mar 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

38,512 mi
Last recorded38,512 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2026
Typical for 2004 Honda Hornet15,868 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX04 NRV
MakeHonda
ModelHornet
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2026 38,512 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2025 34,526 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2024 34,522 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Pass 14 Dec 2023 31,637 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Fail 29 Nov 2023 31,637 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Stop lamp switch with a delay in operation (4.3.2 (a) (ii))

Stop lamp not working from front control (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Nov 2022 26,898 miles

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 29 Nov 2022 26,898 miles

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

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Nov 2021 21,204 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 15 Oct 2020 14,569 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2019 14,275 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2018 14,181 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2017 13,732 miles

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

Pass 27 Oct 2016 12,583 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2015 11,165 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 27 Oct 2014 9,989 miles

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

Front Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 11 Nov 2013 8,852 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2012 8,450 miles

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

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

Pass 21 May 2011 7,296 miles
Pass 18 May 2010 6,322 miles
Pass 23 May 2009 5,805 miles

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 30 May 2008 4,878 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2007 4,620 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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AX04 NRV is a 2004 Honda Hornet in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 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 AX04 NRV, 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 AX04 NRV registered?

AX04 NRV is a 2004 Honda Hornet, first registered on 15 June 2004.

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