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R95 GHJ

1998 Honda Hornet

Blue Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Mar 2011
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

49,637 mi
Last recorded49,637 miles
Recorded on22 Mar 2010
Typical for 1998 Honda Hornet23,122 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR95 GHJ
MakeHonda
ModelHornet
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc
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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Mar 2010 49,637 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2009 44,816 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2008 38,780 miles

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Pass 6 Sep 2007 38,505 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2007 38,505 miles

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

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

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

Pass 14 Jul 2006 37,113 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2006 37,113 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Rear Roller brake test indicates brake effort rise disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

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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R95 GHJ is a 1998 Honda Hornet in Blue with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 R95 GHJ, 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.

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What year was R95 GHJ registered?

R95 GHJ is a 1998 Honda Hornet, first registered on 31 March 1998.

Is R95 GHJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for R95 GHJ shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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