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H178 JLE

2001 Honda S

Red Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Mar 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

138,908 mi
Last recorded138,908 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH178 JLE
MakeHonda
ModelS
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc
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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2026 138,908 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 12 Mar 2025 137,374 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 23 Mar 2024 135,433 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 13 Jul 2023 135,420 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Fail 13 Jul 2023 135,419 miles

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

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 22 Oct 2021 134,572 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2020 133,269 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2019 131,131 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 1 Nov 2019 131,131 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Driver's view of an obligatory external mirror materially affected by an obstruction missing (3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Sep 2018 125,973 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Sep 2017 123,106 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 122,728 miles

bolt snapped in rear exhaust

incorrect wheel bolt in n/s and o/s/f wheels

Pass 29 Mar 2014 122,707 miles

rear brake pads low

Pass 15 Nov 2011 122,290 miles

all 4 brake disc plates slightly corroded

Fail 11 Nov 2011 122,290 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

all 4 brake disc plates slightly corroded

Pass 19 Jul 2005 121,311 miles

How Reliable is the Honda S?

Based on 1,102 MOT tests across 172 vehicles.

84.8%
Pass Rate
471
Miles/Year
59
Year Lifespan
172
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 14
Stop lamp not working 14
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 10
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 10
Headlamp not working on main beam 10
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H178 JLE is a 2001 Honda S in Red with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

The most common reason a Honda S fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 14 recorded failures. If you're considering buying H178 JLE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda S typically stays on UK roads for around 59 years. At 25 years old, this Honda S is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was H178 JLE registered?

H178 JLE is a 2001 Honda S, first registered on 16 October 2001.

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