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C74 MAK

1998 Honda Accord

Silver Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2011
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

121,287 mi
Last recorded121,287 miles
Recorded on28 May 2010
Typical for 1998 Honda Accord97,124 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC74 MAK
MakeHonda
ModelAccord
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 May 2010 121,287 miles

Rear bumper insecure

Pass 15 May 2009 109,535 miles
Fail 12 May 2009 109,535 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Rear registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background (6.3.3)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

SRS LIGHT ON

Pass 20 May 2008 95,697 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2007 81,209 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 29 May 2007 80,491 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2006 65,415 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2006 65,346 miles

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

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

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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C74 MAK is a 1998 Honda Accord in Silver with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 C74 MAK, 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.

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What year was C74 MAK registered?

C74 MAK is a 1998 Honda Accord, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is C74 MAK safe to buy?

The MOT history for C74 MAK shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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