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Honda Hornet

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 599 cc

T397 BCYMOT history

T397 BCY is a red petrol Honda Hornet first used on 25 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 22 Jun 2024 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 36,812 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Jun 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 22 Jun 2024
Mileage
36,812 mi
At MOT on 23 Jun 2023
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
1,387 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T397 BCY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Honda
Model
Hornet
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
599 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
25 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Jun 2024
Latest MOT test
23 Jun 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T397 BCY was last recorded at 36,812 miles on 23 Jun 2023, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Apr 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
36,809 miles · 24 Apr 2023
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
1,387 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 36,812 miles
  • 2022 – 36,315 miles
  • 2019 – 35,730 miles
  • 2018 – 33,276 miles
  • 2017 – 31,469 miles
  • 2016 – 29,670 miles
  • 2015 – 27,781 miles
  • 2014 – 26,508 miles
  • 2013 – 23,547 miles
  • 2012 – 23,160 miles
  • 2011 – 22,633 miles
  • 2010 – 20,586 miles
  • 2009 – 19,145 miles
  • 2008 – 16,093 miles
  • 2007 – 14,223 miles
  • 2006 – 12,885 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass36,812 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2014

  • Chain guard missing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Exhaust noisy

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

Full MOT history

22 tests since 22 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass36,812 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    36,812 miles
    Test number
    868861325948

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail36,809 miles (+494)2 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,809 miles
    Test number
    399551556396
    • MajorFront Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorFront Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MinorAll direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryHandlebar brace loose

  3. Pass36,315 miles (+6)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    36,315 miles
    Test number
    650499856248
    • AdvisoryChain guard missing
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

  4. Fail36,309 miles (+579)1 dangerous5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,309 miles
    Test number
    428367993762
    • DangerousThrottle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected (6.2.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator obviously incorrectly positioned (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator obviously incorrectly positioned (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorRear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorStop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))
    • AdvisoryChain guard missing
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

  5. Pass35,730 miles (+2,454)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    35,730 miles
    Test number
    794717354524
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear chain guard not fitted at time of test

  6. Pass33,276 miles (+36)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    33,276 miles
    Test number
    905513723344
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Forks deformed but serviceable (2.2.2 (d) (i))

  7. Fail33,240 miles (+1,771)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,240 miles
    Test number
    978634371758
    • DangerousFront Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear rear tyre valve badly perished could cause sudden deflation.
    • AdvisoryNoisy exhaust

  8. Pass31,469 miles (+1,799)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    31,469 miles
    Test number
    640599218444
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront front tyre perished.
    • AdvisoryRear nail in rear tyre
    • AdvisoryRear no chain guard fitted at time of test.

  9. Pass29,670 miles (+1,889)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    29,670 miles
    Test number
    467188633291
    • AdvisoryDrive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
    • AdvisoryNo chain guard fitted

  10. Pass27,781 miles (+1,273)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    27,781 miles
    Test number
    277639165138
    • AdvisoryDrive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
    • AdvisoryExhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
    • NoteRear hugger loose but not insecure.

  11. Pass26,508 miles (+2,961)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    26,508 miles
    Test number
    447302774198
    • AdvisoryDrive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

  12. Pass23,547 miles (+387)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    23,547 miles
    Test number
    855600783156
    • AdvisoryDrive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.2)

  13. Pass23,160 miles (+527)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    23,160 miles
    Test number
    407366662125
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
    • AdvisoryFront Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

  14. Pass22,633 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    22,633 miles
    Test number
    738267061198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail22,633 miles (+2,047)2 dangerous5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,633 miles
    Test number
    158931861118
    • DangerousFront Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
    • DangerousFront wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)
    • FailureDrive chain sprocket carrier worn to excess (6.2.1e)
    • FailureDrive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)
    • FailureExhaust has part of the system missing (7.1.1a)
    • FailureHeadlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))
    • FailureRear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)
    • AdvisoryFront suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

  16. Pass20,586 miles (+1,441)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2011
    Odometer
    20,586 miles
    Test number
    743835630173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass19,145 miles (+64)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2010
    Odometer
    19,145 miles
    Test number
    251846339142
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

  18. Fail19,081 miles (+2,988)3 failures1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,081 miles
    Test number
    514821539192
    • FailureNearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)
    • FailureRear Tyre has ply or cord exposed (4.1.2a(iii)
    • FailureRear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too high (1.6)
    • AdvisoryDrive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

  19. Pass16,093 miles (+1,870)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2009
    Odometer
    16,093 miles
    Test number
    654059148138
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

  20. Pass14,223 miles (+1,338)
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    14,223 miles
    Test number
    441261907172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail12,885 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    12,885 miles
    Test number
    713841086033
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too high (hotspot upper edge above the horizontal 0% line) (1.6.1)

  22. Pass12,885 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    12,885 miles
    Test number
    810781786086

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T397 BCY

Does T397 BCY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T397 BCY expired on 22 Jun 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T397 BCY?
The MOT on T397 BCY expired on 22 Jun 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T397 BCY done?
T397 BCY was recorded at 36,812 miles at its MOT on 23 Jun 2023, an average of 1,387 miles a year.
Has T397 BCY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T397 BCY has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Apr 2023.
Has the mileage on T397 BCY ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on T397 BCY find?
T397 BCY passed its latest MOT on 23 Jun 2023 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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