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G242 VMG

1998 Honda Accord

Black Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2014
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

132,079 mi
Last recorded132,079 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2013
Typical for 1998 Honda Accord97,124 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG242 VMG
MakeHonda
ModelAccord
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2013 132,079 miles

Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

rear number plate deteriorating

Pass 7 Aug 2012 124,922 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

engine lamp on

Pass 25 Jul 2011 115,474 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2010 113,590 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2010 113,394 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 3 Aug 2009 169,085 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2008 102,895 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

plastic covers prevent examination of outer sill panels

Pass 29 Jul 2008 102,895 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

plastic covers prevent examination of outer sill panels

Pass 16 Jul 2007 96,721 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2006 92,581 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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G242 VMG is a 1998 Honda Accord in Black with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 G242 VMG, 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 G242 VMG registered?

G242 VMG is a 1998 Honda Accord, first registered on 30 September 1998.

Is G242 VMG safe to buy?

The MOT history for G242 VMG shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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