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S846 NCK

1998 Honda Hornet

Blue Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Apr 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

36,679 mi
Last recorded36,679 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2026
Typical for 1998 Honda Hornet23,122 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS846 NCK
MakeHonda
ModelHornet
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2026 36,679 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2025 36,381 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2024 36,191 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2023 35,985 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2022 35,707 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2021 34,287 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2020 33,517 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2020 33,517 miles

Front Brake excessively binding n/s and o/s (1.2.1 (f))

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Feb 2018 33,441 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2016 32,470 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 30,915 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2014 30,651 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Pass 4 May 2013 45,902 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2013 45,847 miles

Centre Front Lower Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 25 May 2012 42,478 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2010 27,596 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2010 27,588 miles

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

Pass 3 Mar 2009 12,772 miles
Pass 9 May 2006 9,948 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2006 9,939 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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S846 NCK is a 1998 Honda Hornet in Blue with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 S846 NCK, 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 S846 NCK registered?

S846 NCK is a 1998 Honda Hornet, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is S846 NCK safe to buy?

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