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S166 REG

1998 Honda Hornet

Blue Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2026
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

13,037 mi
Last recorded13,037 miles
Recorded on30 May 2025
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

RegistrationS166 REG
MakeHonda
ModelHornet
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 30 May 2025 13,037 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2023 11,672 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2022 11,280 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2021 10,749 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2020 10,277 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2017 10,227 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2011 10,218 miles
Pass 18 May 2010 9,978 miles
Pass 14 May 2009 9,678 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 16 May 2008 9,388 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2007 9,218 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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S166 REG is a 1998 Honda Hornet in Blue with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 S166 REG, 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 S166 REG registered?

S166 REG is a 1998 Honda Hornet, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is S166 REG safe to buy?

The MOT history for S166 REG shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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