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V959 HCE

1999 Honda Hornet

Blue Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Aug 2027
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

13,293 mi
Last recorded13,293 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2026
Typical for 1999 Honda Hornet25,087 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV959 HCE
MakeHonda
ModelHornet
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2026 13,293 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2026 13,293 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 5 Aug 2025 13,215 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2024 12,941 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2023 12,789 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2022 12,670 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2022 12,670 miles

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Jul 2021 12,132 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2020 12,132 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 7 Aug 2019 11,678 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2018 11,119 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2016 10,716 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2015 10,331 miles
Pass 8 May 2014 10,250 miles
Fail 8 May 2014 10,250 miles

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

Pass 8 May 2013 10,216 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2012 10,061 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2010 9,618 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2009 9,001 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2009 9,001 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Offside Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Pass 10 Aug 2007 8,482 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2006 8,253 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2006 8,253 miles

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

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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V959 HCE is a 1999 Honda Hornet in Blue with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 V959 HCE, 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 V959 HCE registered?

V959 HCE is a 1999 Honda Hornet, first registered on 8 December 1999.

Is V959 HCE safe to buy?

The MOT history for V959 HCE shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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