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BIG 6971

1997 Honda F6C

Red Petrol 1520cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jul 2026
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

90,027 mi
Last recorded90,027 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2025
Typical for 1997 Honda F6C24,466 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBIG 6971
MakeHonda
ModelF6C
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,520cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2025 90,027 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2024 87,026 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2023 83,912 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 23 Jul 2022 79,916 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2021 74,974 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2020 70,938 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2020 70,938 miles

Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 9 Jul 2019 66,425 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2019 66,425 miles

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 Jul 2018 61,368 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2017 55,440 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2017 55,400 miles

Rear Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Pass 1 Aug 2016 50,331 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2016 49,940 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2015 48,199 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2013 47,843 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2012 46,289 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2011 43,479 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2010 39,675 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2009 35,185 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2009 35,185 miles

Rear wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.4.A.2c)

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 17 Sep 2008 26,417 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 17 Sep 2008 26,417 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2007 18,696 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2006 9,089 miles

How Reliable is the Honda F6C?

Based on 10,739 MOT tests across 849 vehicles.

91.3%
Pass Rate
789
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
849
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 76
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 46
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 45
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 24
Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation 22
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BIG 6971 is a 1997 Honda F6C in Red with a 1,520cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1997 Honda F6C models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.4% with a typical mileage of 24,466 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Honda F6C fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 76 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BIG 6971, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda F6C typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 29 years old, this Honda F6C is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BIG 6971 registered?

BIG 6971 is a 1997 Honda F6C, first registered on 23 May 1997.

Is BIG 6971 safe to buy?

The MOT history for BIG 6971 shows 25 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BIG 6971 have outstanding finance?

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