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S720 SFU

1998 Honda Hornet

Blue Petrol 598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2022
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

50,354 mi
Last recorded50,354 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2021
Typical for 1998 Honda Hornet23,122 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS720 SFU
MakeHonda
ModelHornet
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2021 50,354 miles

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

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 2 Aug 2019 50,231 miles
Pass 5 May 2017 50,156 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2016 49,961 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fail 22 Jun 2016 49,961 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Fail 27 Sep 2014 48,170 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 27 Sep 2014 48,170 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 20 Sep 2013 46,885 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 20 Sep 2013 46,885 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 15 Sep 2012 43,825 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2012 43,825 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 15 Sep 2011 41,395 miles
Pass 27 May 2010 39,533 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2009 36,283 miles
Pass 9 May 2008 32,199 miles
Pass 24 May 2007 27,937 miles

Nearside Inner Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Offside Inner Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 13 May 2006 24,669 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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S720 SFU is a 1998 Honda Hornet in Blue with a 598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 S720 SFU, 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 S720 SFU registered?

S720 SFU is a 1998 Honda Hornet, first registered on 20 October 1998.

Is S720 SFU safe to buy?

The MOT history for S720 SFU shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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