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A217 HEM

1983 Honda Prelude

White Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2022
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

29,739 mi
Last recorded29,739 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2021
Typical for 1983 Honda Prelude53,571 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA217 HEM
MakeHonda
ModelPrelude
Year1983
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 18 Jun 2021 29,739 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2019 29,387 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2018 28,740 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2017 28,330 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2012 24,429 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is distorted but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

How Reliable is the Honda Prelude?

Based on 156,010 MOT tests across 20,321 vehicles.

67.3%
Pass Rate
4,249
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
20,321
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 9,727
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 8,857
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 6,253
position lamp(s) not working 5,027
parking brake recording little or no effort 4,796
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A217 HEM is a 1983 Honda Prelude in White with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1983 Honda Prelude models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.3% with a typical mileage of 53,571 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda Prelude fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 9,727 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A217 HEM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Prelude typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 43 years old, this Honda Prelude is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A217 HEM registered?

A217 HEM is a 1983 Honda Prelude, first registered on 31 December 1983.

Is A217 HEM safe to buy?

The MOT history for A217 HEM shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does A217 HEM have outstanding finance?

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