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W489 ORL

2000 Honda Hornet

Blue Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jul 2026
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

87,248 mi
Last recorded87,248 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2025
Typical for 2000 Honda Hornet19,973 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW489 ORL
MakeHonda
ModelHornet
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2025 87,248 miles

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

Pass 7 Mar 2024 80,706 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2024 80,706 miles

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

Pass 31 Aug 2022 74,042 miles

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

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Aug 2021 68,701 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2021 68,701 miles

Nearside Rear Drive chain so worn it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Jul 2020 64,994 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2020 64,994 miles

Central Front Brake excessively binding both front brakes binding badly (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 8 Mar 2019 59,850 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2018 55,169 miles

seized links in drive chain

Fail 9 Mar 2018 55,169 miles

Drive chain excessively tight seized link in chain (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 28 Feb 2017 49,993 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2016 48,609 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey front pipes leaking slightly (7.1.1b)

Fail 25 Apr 2016 48,609 miles

Brake component is excessively corroded rear pads low replaced (3.1.5)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey front pipes leaking slightly (7.1.1b)

Pass 25 Apr 2015 46,666 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2012 46,435 miles
Pass 26 May 2011 43,468 miles

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

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

Pass 28 May 2010 39,264 miles
Pass 7 May 2009 39,034 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2008 36,523 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2008 36,076 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2007 33,496 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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W489 ORL is a 2000 Honda Hornet in Blue with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 W489 ORL, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was W489 ORL registered?

W489 ORL is a 2000 Honda Hornet, first registered on 6 May 2000.

Is W489 ORL safe to buy?

The MOT history for W489 ORL shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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