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LD05 ZPZ

2005 Honda Hornet

Blue Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Apr 2027
Tests23 (15 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate65.2%

Mileage

56,737 mi
Last recorded56,737 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Honda Hornet15,469 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLD05 ZPZ
MakeHonda
ModelHornet
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

15 pass 8 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2026 56,737 miles

Clutch lever stiff to operate, suggesting cable is binding

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

Offside Rear Fairing insecure

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Road spring corroded Rear shock spring (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 2 Apr 2026 56,737 miles

Front Position lamp not working Sidelight bulb not working (4.2.1 (a))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Footrest insecure Pillion footrest rubber torn (6.2.12 (a))

Offside Wheel spindle locking device ineffective Pinch bolt in lower fork leg not secure (5.2.1 (d))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released Control 1 (front brake lever) (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Clutch lever stiff to operate, suggesting cable is binding

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

Offside Rear Fairing insecure

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Road spring corroded Rear shock spring (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Battery insecure

Pass 26 Aug 2021 56,007 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Aug 2020 54,789 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2020 54,789 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

Pass 24 Aug 2019 54,134 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2018 52,761 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2018 52,761 miles

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

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Jun 2017 49,571 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2017 49,570 miles

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

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 8 Jun 2016 44,215 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 8 Jun 2016 44,215 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 9 Jun 2015 41,105 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 6 Jun 2014 36,619 miles

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

Fail 6 Jun 2014 36,619 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Apr 2013 32,148 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2012 29,965 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2011 29,233 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 29 Jun 2010 20,877 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 29 Jun 2009 10,348 miles

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

Pass 29 Jun 2009 10,348 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2008 10,175 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Offside Front Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 2 Oct 2008 10,175 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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LD05 ZPZ is a 2005 Honda Hornet in Blue with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.2%.

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 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 LD05 ZPZ, 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.

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What year was LD05 ZPZ registered?

LD05 ZPZ is a 2005 Honda Hornet, first registered on 13 April 2005.

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