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R537 EDB

1998 Honda Hornet

Red Petrol 598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2019
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

26,974 mi
Last recorded26,974 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2018
Typical for 1998 Honda Hornet23,122 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR537 EDB
MakeHonda
ModelHornet
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2018 26,974 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2016 26,791 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit at 2mm (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 20 Jul 2016 26,790 miles

Headlamp aim too high bulb fitted wrong ??? (1.6)

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit at 2mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 9 Jul 2015 25,909 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2014 24,211 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2013 23,087 miles
Pass 27 May 2011 20,824 miles
Pass 28 May 2010 19,299 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2009 18,664 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2008 18,542 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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R537 EDB is a 1998 Honda Hornet in Red with a 598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 R537 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 R537 EDB registered?

R537 EDB is a 1998 Honda Hornet, first registered on 11 July 1998.

Is R537 EDB safe to buy?

The MOT history for R537 EDB shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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