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V197 EVU

2000 Honda Hornet

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2024
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

13,407 mi
Last recorded13,407 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2023
Typical for 2000 Honda Hornet19,973 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV197 EVU
MakeHonda
ModelHornet
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2023 13,407 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2022 13,309 miles

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

Pass 18 May 2021 13,281 miles

All direction indicators slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

Pass 9 Aug 2019 13,281 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2018 13,278 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2016 13,272 miles
Pass 19 May 2015 13,270 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2013 13,267 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.2.B3a)

Pass 17 Aug 2012 13,226 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.2.B3a)

Pass 16 Aug 2011 13,222 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 11 Aug 2011 13,221 miles

Rear Brake hose excessively chafed (3.2.B3a)

Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 23 Jul 2010 13,173 miles

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

Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Pass 23 Jul 2010 13,173 miles

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

Fail 15 Jul 2009 13,117 miles

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

Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 15 Jul 2009 13,117 miles

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 21 Feb 2008 13,004 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2006 11,584 miles

Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.2.B3a)

rear tyre has had repair

Fail 11 Dec 2006 11,564 miles

Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.6)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.2.B3a)

rear tyre has had repair

Pass 21 Dec 2005 10,369 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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V197 EVU is a 2000 Honda Hornet in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 2000 Honda Hornet models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.9% with a typical mileage of 19,973 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 V197 EVU, 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 26 years old, this Honda Hornet is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was V197 EVU registered?

V197 EVU is a 2000 Honda Hornet, first registered on 31 December 2000.

Is V197 EVU safe to buy?

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