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B2 CGW

1997 Honda Accord

Blue Petrol 2156cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Aug 2026
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

54,533 mi
Last recorded54,533 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2025
Typical for 1997 Honda Accord99,913 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB2 CGW
MakeHonda
ModelAccord
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,156cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 25 Jul 2025 54,533 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jul 2024 54,273 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Jul 2023 54,115 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2022 53,914 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 3 Aug 2021 53,765 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2020 53,279 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2019 51,931 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2018 50,386 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2017 49,638 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2016 49,449 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2015 48,976 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2014 48,793 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2013 48,551 miles

Slight kerb damage to o/s rear tyre.

Pass 1 Aug 2012 48,279 miles

Centre section very rusty may require replacement soon.

Pass 9 Jul 2011 47,572 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2010 47,124 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2009 44,257 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2008 42,792 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2007 41,207 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2006 38,534 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Accord?

Based on 2,311,969 MOT tests across 198,303 vehicles.

71.2%
Pass Rate
6,661
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
198,303
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 104,224
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 78,175
position lamp(s) not working 60,219
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 53,983
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 50,621
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B2 CGW is a 1997 Honda Accord in Blue with a 2,156cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Honda Accord models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.3% with a typical mileage of 99,913 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda Accord fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 104,224 recorded failures. If you're considering buying B2 CGW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Accord typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 29 years old, this Honda Accord is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of B2 CGW?

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What year was B2 CGW registered?

B2 CGW is a 1997 Honda Accord, first registered on 18 June 1997.

Is B2 CGW safe to buy?

The MOT history for B2 CGW shows 20 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 B2 CGW have outstanding finance?

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