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W138 FWL

2000 Honda Hornet

Blue Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Sep 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

21,922 mi
Last recorded21,922 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2025
Typical for 2000 Honda Hornet19,973 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW138 FWL
MakeHonda
ModelHornet
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2025 21,922 miles

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 5 Sep 2024 21,504 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2023 21,035 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2022 20,917 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2021 20,731 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2021 20,723 miles

Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Front Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Pass 11 Jun 2020 20,669 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Aug 2018 20,200 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2017 19,598 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 22 May 2013 19,091 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 18,697 miles
Pass 24 May 2011 18,221 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2010 17,737 miles
Pass 5 May 2009 17,157 miles

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

Pass 26 Apr 2008 16,241 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2007 15,233 miles

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

Pass 6 May 2006 13,692 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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W138 FWL is a 2000 Honda Hornet in Blue with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 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 W138 FWL, 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 W138 FWL registered?

W138 FWL is a 2000 Honda Hornet, first registered on 19 April 2000.

Is W138 FWL safe to buy?

The MOT history for W138 FWL shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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