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S381 JLN

1998 Honda Hornet

Blue Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2007
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

73,797 mi
Last recorded73,797 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2006
Typical for 1998 Honda Hornet23,122 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS381 JLN
MakeHonda
ModelHornet
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2006 73,797 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2006 73,797 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 13 Aug 2005 57,824 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2005 57,824 miles

Front Front position lamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.1.1b)

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

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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S381 JLN is a 1998 Honda Hornet in Blue with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 S381 JLN, 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 S381 JLN registered?

S381 JLN is a 1998 Honda Hornet, first registered on 9 September 1998.

Is S381 JLN safe to buy?

The MOT history for S381 JLN shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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