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RV59 EYF

2009 Honda Hornet

Yellow Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Sep 2023
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

49,635 mi
Last recorded49,635 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2022
Typical for 2009 Honda Hornet18,891 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV59 EYF
MakeHonda
ModelHornet
Year2009
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2022 49,635 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2021 49,588 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2020 47,021 miles

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

Horn not working properly (7.7 (a) (i))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Sep 2019 42,363 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

NUMBER PLAT HAUGER LOOS

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 6 Sep 2019 42,363 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

NUMBER PLAT HAUGER LOOS

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 5 Sep 2018 35,555 miles

Brake drum worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

e

exhaust lowed

Fail 5 Sep 2018 35,555 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Brake drum worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

e

exhaust lowed

Pass 6 Sep 2017 28,946 miles

Outer engine mount insecure

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 5 Sep 2017 28,933 miles

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

Front Stop lamp does not emit a steady light (1.3.1b)

Horn sounds harsh or grating (1.7.3c)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Outer engine mount insecure

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 26 Aug 2016 23,158 miles

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

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 22 Aug 2016 23,058 miles

Rear Registration plate delaminated (6.3.1.d)

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

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 28 Aug 2015 18,104 miles

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

Pass 1 Oct 2014 14,571 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2013 12,666 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 11 Sep 2012 10,593 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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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RV59 EYF is a 2009 Honda Hornet in Yellow with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2009 Honda Hornet models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.5% with a typical mileage of 18,891 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 RV59 EYF, 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 17 years old, this Honda Hornet is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was RV59 EYF registered?

RV59 EYF is a 2009 Honda Hornet, first registered on 25 September 2009.

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