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N853 NBV

2005 Honda Hornet

Blue Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2014
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

38,448 mi
Last recorded38,448 miles
Recorded on15 May 2013
Typical for 2005 Honda Hornet15,469 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN853 NBV
MakeHonda
ModelHornet
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc
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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 May 2013 38,448 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2011 32,893 miles

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

Nearside Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Nearside Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 23 Dec 2011 32,893 miles

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

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

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Nearside Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Nearside Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 8 Dec 2010 31,404 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 8 Dec 2010 31,404 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 3 Nov 2009 28,226 miles

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Pass 27 Feb 2008 26,976 miles

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

Fail 27 Feb 2008 26,966 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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

Pass 16 Mar 2007 22,581 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2006 20,297 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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N853 NBV is a 2005 Honda Hornet in Blue with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 N853 NBV, 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 N853 NBV registered?

N853 NBV is a 2005 Honda Hornet, first registered on 10 March 2005.

Is N853 NBV safe to buy?

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