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DX52 YHR

2002 Honda Accord

Blue Petrol 2254cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Mar 2027
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

56,447 mi
Last recorded56,447 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2026
Typical for 2002 Honda Accord78,272 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX52 YHR
MakeHonda
ModelAccord
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,254cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2026 56,447 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2026 56,351 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 Feb 2025 49,387 miles

Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 7 Feb 2025 49,387 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Semaphore indicator switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 26 Feb 2021 49,378 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 18 Feb 2020 49,270 miles

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 19 Feb 2019 48,806 miles

Rear subframe corroded

Fail 15 Feb 2019 48,806 miles

Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear subframe corroded

Pass 15 Feb 2018 48,379 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Both 205/50/16 (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 Feb 2017 47,530 miles

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

Pass 18 Feb 2016 46,485 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit both 205/50/16 (4.1.E.1)

Pass 13 Feb 2015 45,003 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2014 42,854 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2014 42,854 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 5 Feb 2013 40,687 miles

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

Pass 3 Feb 2012 39,081 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2011 36,312 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2010 32,938 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2009 29,484 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2007 23,879 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2006 20,285 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 17 Aug 2006 20,285 miles

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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DX52 YHR is a 2002 Honda Accord in Blue with a 2,254cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

Across all 2002 Honda Accord models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.7% with a typical mileage of 78,272 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 DX52 YHR, 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 24 years old, this Honda Accord is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DX52 YHR registered?

DX52 YHR is a 2002 Honda Accord, first registered on 1 September 2002.

Is DX52 YHR safe to buy?

The MOT history for DX52 YHR shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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