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R282 ROY

1998 Honda Hornet

Silver Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jun 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

18,001 mi
Last recorded18,001 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2026
Typical for 1998 Honda Hornet23,122 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR282 ROY
MakeHonda
ModelHornet
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2026 18,001 miles
Pass 23 May 2023 17,613 miles

bolt missing from exhaust / but secure

fluid at frt brake cylinder/no leak found

Pass 12 Aug 2020 17,201 miles

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

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 1 Apr 2019 16,743 miles

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

Pass 5 Apr 2018 15,968 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Fail 14 Mar 2018 15,849 miles

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Pass 15 Mar 2017 14,381 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 8 Mar 2016 13,729 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2015 13,723 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Rear Upper Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

handlebar slightly deformed

Pass 9 Aug 2014 11,201 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2013 7,610 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2012 6,696 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2012 6,696 miles

Front Tyre has a bulge caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Pass 25 Aug 2011 6,484 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2010 6,144 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2009 5,663 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 18 Aug 2009 5,663 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2008 4,490 miles

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

Pass 13 Aug 2007 3,202 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2006 3,021 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2006 3,021 miles

Rear Registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)

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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R282 ROY is a 1998 Honda Hornet in Silver with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 R282 ROY, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R282 ROY registered?

R282 ROY is a 1998 Honda Hornet, first registered on 21 July 1998.

Is R282 ROY safe to buy?

The MOT history for R282 ROY shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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