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R443 EDB

1998 Honda Hornet

Red Petrol 250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2022
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

40,690 mi
Last recorded40,690 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2021
Typical for 1998 Honda Hornet23,122 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR443 EDB
MakeHonda
ModelHornet
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine250cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2021 40,690 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2019 35,740 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2015 35,559 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2013 34,952 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2013 34,952 miles

Nearside Front Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Pass 2 Jan 2013 34,232 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2012 31,108 miles

Slight noise when applying rear brake. dry drive chain

Pass 4 Jan 2011 27,581 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2010 27,516 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front Wheel has an excessively distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Offside Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

Handle bars bent.

Pass 16 Dec 2009 24,352 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2007 24,338 miles

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

Pass 10 Jul 2006 23,212 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2005 22,504 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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R443 EDB is a 1998 Honda Hornet in Red with a 250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 R443 EDB, 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 R443 EDB registered?

R443 EDB is a 1998 Honda Hornet, first registered on 3 July 1998.

Is R443 EDB safe to buy?

The MOT history for R443 EDB shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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