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F226 PNC

1988 Honda Ballade

Silver Petrol 1488cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2025
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

72,279 mi
Last recorded72,279 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2024
Typical for 1988 Honda Ballade63,398 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF226 PNC
MakeHonda
ModelBallade
Year1988
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,488cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2024 72,279 miles
Pass 30 May 2023 71,655 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2022 69,965 miles
Pass 26 May 2021 67,344 miles
Pass 26 May 2020 64,251 miles
Pass 25 May 2019 62,280 miles
Pass 25 May 2018 59,372 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2017 57,340 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Fail 2 Jun 2017 57,338 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Nearside Rear Road wheel distorted (4.2.A.1a)

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

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

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 25 Jun 2016 49,642 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2016 49,625 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2010 49,590 miles

advise both lower sills are rusting in general

advise front antirollbar bushes are perished

advise nearside rear sill to wheel arch is rotting

advise some play felt in offside front steering rack

Pass 4 Nov 2009 49,244 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2008 48,618 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2007 47,901 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2006 47,171 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Ballade?

Based on 3,041 MOT tests across 700 vehicles.

63.1%
Pass Rate
1,945
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
700
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 705
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 473
constant velocity joint gaiter split 235
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 173
Stop lamp not working 145
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F226 PNC is a 1988 Honda Ballade in Silver with a 1,488cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 1988 Honda Ballade models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.7% with a typical mileage of 63,398 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda Ballade fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 705 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F226 PNC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Ballade typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 38 years old, this Honda Ballade is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was F226 PNC registered?

F226 PNC is a 1988 Honda Ballade, first registered on 15 December 1988.

Is F226 PNC safe to buy?

The MOT history for F226 PNC shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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