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CHZ 1118

1998 Honda Accord

Green Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2019
Tests22 (14 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

138,228 mi
Last recorded138,228 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2018
Typical for 1998 Honda Accord97,124 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCHZ 1118
MakeHonda
ModelAccord
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

14 pass 8 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2018 138,228 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2018 138,124 miles

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

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) light intensity significantly reduced (4.3.3 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 20 Nov 2017 133,403 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2017 133,403 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 22 Nov 2016 129,596 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2016 129,595 miles

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

Nearside Inner Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.4.G.4e)

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

Pass 3 Dec 2015 162,793 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2015 162,793 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 5 Dec 2014 122,594 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2013 118,136 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2012 113,962 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2011 106,971 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2011 10,615 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2011 106,012 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 18 Feb 2010 101,845 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2009 97,908 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2009 97,908 miles

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

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

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

Pass 22 Feb 2008 93,730 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2008 93,730 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

Pass 4 Oct 2006 86,184 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2006 86,184 miles

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

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

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

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

Offside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Sep 2005 79,290 miles

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

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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CHZ 1118 is a 1998 Honda Accord in Green with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 CHZ 1118, 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 CHZ 1118 registered?

CHZ 1118 is a 1998 Honda Accord, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is CHZ 1118 safe to buy?

The MOT history for CHZ 1118 shows 22 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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