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BL05 AAK

2005 Honda Hornet

Red Petrol 900cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jul 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

31,516 mi
Last recorded31,516 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2025
Typical for 2005 Honda Hornet15,469 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL05 AAK
MakeHonda
ModelHornet
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine900cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2025 31,516 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2024 29,140 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2023 27,022 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2022 23,632 miles

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

Pass 11 Jun 2021 22,360 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2020 21,196 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2019 18,952 miles
Pass 2 May 2018 15,072 miles
Fail 2 May 2018 15,072 miles

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Pass 3 May 2017 12,781 miles
Fail 3 May 2017 12,781 miles

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Pass 30 Apr 2016 10,531 miles
Pass 12 May 2015 9,237 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2014 7,034 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2013 6,247 miles
Pass 19 May 2011 5,798 miles

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

Pass 23 Feb 2009 4,289 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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BL05 AAK is a 2005 Honda Hornet in Red with a 900cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 2005 Honda Hornet models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.9% with a typical mileage of 15,469 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 BL05 AAK, 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 21 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 BL05 AAK registered?

BL05 AAK is a 2005 Honda Hornet, first registered on 13 July 2005.

Is BL05 AAK safe to buy?

The MOT history for BL05 AAK shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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