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R476 LTF

1998 Honda Hornet

Red Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Nov 2020
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

47,029 mi
Last recorded47,029 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2019
Typical for 1998 Honda Hornet23,122 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR476 LTF
MakeHonda
ModelHornet
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2019 47,029 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2017 46,688 miles

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

Pass 24 Jun 2016 46,169 miles
Pass 14 May 2015 45,540 miles
Fail 14 May 2015 45,540 miles

Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Fail 21 May 2014 44,217 miles

Chaingaurd missing

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 21 May 2014 44,217 miles

Chaingaurd missing

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

Pass 21 May 2013 39,122 miles

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

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

Pass 16 May 2012 35,643 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 15 May 2012 35,643 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 9 Apr 2011 32,287 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 17 Mar 2010 31,149 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 17 Mar 2010 31,149 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 12 Mar 2009 26,487 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2009 26,487 miles

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 5 Mar 2008 24,162 miles
Fail 29 Feb 2008 24,162 miles

Offside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Pass 14 Sep 2006 22,016 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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R476 LTF is a 1998 Honda Hornet in Red with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 R476 LTF, 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 R476 LTF registered?

R476 LTF is a 1998 Honda Hornet, first registered on 31 March 1998.

Is R476 LTF safe to buy?

The MOT history for R476 LTF shows 18 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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