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V587 KVH

1999 Honda Hornet

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Sep 2025
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

4,740 mi
Last recorded4,740 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2024
Typical for 1999 Honda Hornet25,087 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV587 KVH
MakeHonda
ModelHornet
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2024 4,740 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2023 10,495 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2022 10,140 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2021 8,433 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2021 8,433 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 28 Oct 2020 45,557 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2018 43,480 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2018 43,480 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Aug 2015 35,883 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 12 Jun 2015 35,880 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Fail 12 Jun 2014 33,850 miles

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

Pass 12 Jun 2014 33,850 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 32,602 miles

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

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

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 27 May 2011 30,007 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 27 May 2011 30,007 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 5 Aug 2008 28,169 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Pass 7 Jun 2007 22,563 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2006 22,239 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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V587 KVH is a 1999 Honda Hornet in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

Across all 1999 Honda Hornet models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.4% with a typical mileage of 25,087 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 V587 KVH, 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 27 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 V587 KVH registered?

V587 KVH is a 1999 Honda Hornet, first registered on 8 September 1999.

Is V587 KVH safe to buy?

The MOT history for V587 KVH shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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