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BF53 DNX

2003 Honda Accord

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Oct 2024
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

180,503 mi
Last recorded180,503 miles
Recorded on19 Oct 2023
Typical for 2003 Honda Accord87,749 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF53 DNX
MakeHonda
ModelAccord
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Oct 2023 180,503 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2022 176,070 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 13 Sep 2022 175,901 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.1.1 (a))

Front Electrical wiring insulation so damaged or deteriorated it is likely to cause a short-circuit O2 sensor wiring (4.11 (c) (ii))

Front Emissions oxygen sensor missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.1.1 (a))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Electrical wiring insulation so damaged or deteriorated it is likely to cause a short-circuit O2 sensor wiring (4.11 (c) (ii))

Rear Emissions oxygen sensor missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.1.1 (a))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps Both (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Oct 2021 168,768 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Sep 2020 148,134 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 2 Oct 2019 133,869 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Sep 2018 129,233 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective Split (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Fail 29 Sep 2018 129,233 miles

Battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective Split (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 3 Oct 2017 124,962 miles

both rear tyres perishing.

Fail 3 Oct 2017 124,962 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

both rear tyres perishing.

Pass 14 Sep 2016 120,983 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2016 120,983 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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

Pass 2 Sep 2015 116,346 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2014 113,252 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2013 109,022 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2012 105,508 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2011 97,728 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2010 91,248 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2009 83,259 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2009 83,259 miles

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 16 Sep 2008 74,776 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2007 66,520 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2006 58,957 miles

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

cut in tread area of nearside front tyre,deep but unable to determine cords, advise change.

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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BF53 DNX is a 2003 Honda Accord in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

Across all 2003 Honda Accord models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.5% with a typical mileage of 87,749 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 BF53 DNX, 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 23 years old, this Honda Accord is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was BF53 DNX registered?

BF53 DNX is a 2003 Honda Accord, first registered on 11 September 2003.

Is BF53 DNX safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF53 DNX shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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