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N551 DRJ

1998 Honda Hornet

Black Petrol 250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2014
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

33,215 mi
Last recorded33,215 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2013
Typical for 1998 Honda Hornet23,122 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN551 DRJ
MakeHonda
ModelHornet
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine250cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2013 33,215 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 16 Jun 2011 32,686 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Fail 16 Jun 2011 32,686 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

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

Pass 22 May 2010 32,324 miles

Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Fail 17 May 2010 32,295 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) is excessively distorted (3.2.A1m)

Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Pass 16 May 2009 30,204 miles
Fail 15 May 2009 30,204 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 24 Nov 2008 29,949 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2005 28,299 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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N551 DRJ is a 1998 Honda Hornet in Black with a 250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1998 Honda Hornet models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.3% with a typical mileage of 23,122 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 N551 DRJ, 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 28 years old, this Honda Hornet is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was N551 DRJ registered?

N551 DRJ is a 1998 Honda Hornet, first registered on 24 July 1998.

Is N551 DRJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for N551 DRJ shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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