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R463 VGC

1998 Honda Hornet

Blue Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Nov 2026
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

72,586 mi
Last recorded72,586 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2025
Typical for 1998 Honda Hornet23,122 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR463 VGC
MakeHonda
ModelHornet
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 7 Nov 2025 72,586 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2024 72,568 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2023 72,542 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Oct 2022 68,151 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2021 58,450 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2020 45,437 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2019 32,673 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2018 18,521 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2017 6,739 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2016 94,905 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Sep 2015 81,695 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2014 69,463 miles

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

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

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

Pass 27 Sep 2013 58,963 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2012 48,826 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2011 39,950 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2010 26,310 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2009 14,898 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2008 6,960 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2007 5,898 miles

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

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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R463 VGC is a 1998 Honda Hornet in Blue with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R463 VGC, 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 R463 VGC registered?

R463 VGC is a 1998 Honda Hornet, first registered on 17 June 1998.

Is R463 VGC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R463 VGC shows 19 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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