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B9 JHB

1998 Honda Accord

Green Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jul 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

49,483 mi
Last recorded49,483 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2026
Typical for 1998 Honda Accord97,124 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB9 JHB
MakeHonda
ModelAccord
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2026 49,483 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2025 48,952 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2024 47,953 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2023 46,882 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2022 45,903 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2022 45,892 miles

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Jun 2021 44,917 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2021 44,917 miles

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Pass 12 Jun 2020 44,065 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2019 42,947 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Side repeater insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 27 Apr 2018 42,667 miles

Offside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Pass 10 Apr 2017 42,098 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2016 41,427 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Rear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 14 Apr 2015 40,579 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2014 39,827 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 15 Apr 2014 39,827 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2013 38,955 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 19 Apr 2012 38,053 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 19 Apr 2011 37,017 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2010 35,927 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2009 34,848 miles
Pass 1 May 2008 34,081 miles
Pass 1 May 2007 33,036 miles
Pass 10 May 2006 31,888 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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B9 JHB is a 1998 Honda Accord in Green with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1998 Honda Accord models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.8% with a typical mileage of 97,124 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 B9 JHB, 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 28 years old, this Honda Accord is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was B9 JHB registered?

B9 JHB is a 1998 Honda Accord, first registered on 28 May 1998.

Is B9 JHB safe to buy?

The MOT history for B9 JHB shows 24 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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