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C947 ETM

1985 Honda Prelude

White Petrol 1829cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Dec 2010
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

135,115 mi
Last recorded135,115 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2009
Typical for 1985 Honda Prelude76,960 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC947 ETM
MakeHonda
ModelPrelude
Year1985
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,829cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 8 Dec 2009 135,115 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2008 133,906 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2007 132,823 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2006 132,564 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Prelude?

Based on 156,010 MOT tests across 20,321 vehicles.

67.3%
Pass Rate
4,249
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
20,321
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 9,727
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 8,857
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 6,253
position lamp(s) not working 5,027
parking brake recording little or no effort 4,796
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C947 ETM is a 1985 Honda Prelude in White with a 1,829cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1985 Honda Prelude models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.7% with a typical mileage of 76,960 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda Prelude fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 9,727 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C947 ETM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Prelude typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 41 years old, this Honda Prelude is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of C947 ETM?

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What year was C947 ETM registered?

C947 ETM is a 1985 Honda Prelude, first registered on 5 December 1985.

Is C947 ETM safe to buy?

The MOT history for C947 ETM shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does C947 ETM have outstanding finance?

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