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S586 BBD

1998 Honda Hornet

Red Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Sep 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

16,022 mi
Last recorded16,022 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2025
Typical for 1998 Honda Hornet23,122 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS586 BBD
MakeHonda
ModelHornet
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2025 16,022 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2024 15,278 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2024 15,278 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

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

Pass 6 Sep 2023 14,738 miles

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 9 Sep 2022 14,122 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 10 Sep 2021 13,666 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2020 13,322 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2019 13,150 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2019 13,150 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Nearside Front Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Pass 1 Aug 2018 13,019 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2017 12,819 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 21 Mar 2016 11,320 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2015 11,165 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2014 10,239 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2014 10,239 miles

Rear Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Pass 21 Mar 2013 7,679 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2012 7,139 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2011 5,917 miles
Pass 6 May 2006 5,520 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

no lights fitted at time of test

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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S586 BBD is a 1998 Honda Hornet in Red with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 S586 BBD, 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 S586 BBD registered?

S586 BBD is a 1998 Honda Hornet, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is S586 BBD safe to buy?

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