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C197 CRU

1986 Honda -

Grey Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Mar 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

51,260 mi
Last recorded51,260 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2026
Typical for 1986 Honda -51,658 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC197 CRU
MakeHonda
Model-
Year1986
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2026 51,260 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2025 50,381 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2024 49,130 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2023 47,839 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2022 46,571 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2021 44,088 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2020 43,468 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2020 43,468 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 1 Oct 2019 42,100 miles

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

Pass 26 Sep 2018 39,555 miles

Rear Lower Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 17 Oct 2017 38,147 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

front brakes are dragging slightly

Pass 5 Oct 2016 37,643 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fail 5 Oct 2016 37,643 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 7 Oct 2015 36,395 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2014 33,927 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2013 33,897 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2012 32,082 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2011 28,144 miles

How Reliable is the Honda -?

Based on 4,421 MOT tests across 336 vehicles.

87.9%
Pass Rate
950
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
336
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 42
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 28
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 22
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 20
Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation 18
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C197 CRU is a 1986 Honda - in Grey with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1986 Honda - models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.1% with a typical mileage of 51,658 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda - fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 42 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C197 CRU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda - typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 40 years old, this Honda - is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was C197 CRU registered?

C197 CRU is a 1986 Honda -, first registered on 31 December 1986.

Is C197 CRU safe to buy?

The MOT history for C197 CRU shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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