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R859 TFR

1998 Honda Hornet

Yellow Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2025
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

11,771 mi
Last recorded11,771 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2024
Typical for 1998 Honda Hornet23,122 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR859 TFR
MakeHonda
ModelHornet
Year1998
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2024 11,771 miles
Pass 15 May 2023 11,654 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2022 11,601 miles
Pass 10 May 2021 11,528 miles
Pass 12 May 2020 11,408 miles
Pass 20 May 2019 11,346 miles
Pass 15 May 2018 11,105 miles
Pass 16 May 2017 10,654 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2016 10,528 miles
Pass 8 May 2015 10,208 miles
Pass 9 May 2014 10,158 miles
Pass 8 May 2013 10,002 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2012 10,001 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2011 11,082 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2010 19,639 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2007 49,615 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 6 Mar 2007 49,571 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

An item not tested (Manual)

An item not tested (Manual)

An item not tested (Manual)

Front Brake disc(s) has excessive run out (3.2.A1m)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g) DANGEROUS

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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R859 TFR is a 1998 Honda Hornet in Yellow with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 R859 TFR, 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 R859 TFR registered?

R859 TFR is a 1998 Honda Hornet, first registered on 1 May 1998.

Is R859 TFR safe to buy?

The MOT history for R859 TFR shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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