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H292 BGN

1997 Honda Nighthawk

Red Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jun 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

81,489 mi
Last recorded81,489 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH292 BGN
MakeHonda
ModelNighthawk
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2025 81,489 miles

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

Exhaust deteriorated

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Rear Nail in tyre ()

Stop lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.3.3 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Apr 2024 81,301 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

exhaust system deteriorated due to corrosion

Fail 20 Apr 2024 81,301 miles

Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak both (5.3.2 (b))

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions rear use only (5.2.3 (i))

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 8 Jul 2022 81,167 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 28 Jul 2021 80,928 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear REAR WHEEL HUGGER INSECURE

Pass 13 Jun 2020 80,324 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front l-h misting fork seal

Pass 7 May 2019 79,734 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2017 79,637 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2014 79,516 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2013 78,177 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2013 78,177 miles

Clutch lever positioned so it cannot be readily operated. (6.2.1g)

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 11 Oct 2010 77,205 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2010 77,205 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 14 Jul 2009 74,576 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Nighthawk?

Based on 1,396 MOT tests across 175 vehicles.

82.6%
Pass Rate
460
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
175
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 25
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 20
Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation 14
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 14
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 9
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H292 BGN is a 1997 Honda Nighthawk in Red with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

The most common reason a Honda Nighthawk fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 25 recorded failures. If you're considering buying H292 BGN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Nighthawk typically stays on UK roads for around 44 years. At 29 years old, this Honda Nighthawk is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was H292 BGN registered?

H292 BGN is a 1997 Honda Nighthawk, first registered on 1 November 1997.

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The MOT history for H292 BGN shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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