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H839 XYC

1971 Honda Prelude

Blue Petrol 1958cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2017
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

128,416 mi
Last recorded128,416 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2016
Typical for 1971 Honda Prelude106,572 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH839 XYC
MakeHonda
ModelPrelude
Year1971
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,958cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2016 128,416 miles

Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 21 Jun 2016 128,416 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 29 Jun 2015 127,223 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2007 127,196 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2007 127,186 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

How Reliable is the Honda Prelude?

Based on 156,010 MOT tests across 20,321 vehicles.

67.3%
Pass Rate
4,249
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
20,321
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 9,727
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 8,857
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 6,253
position lamp(s) not working 5,027
parking brake recording little or no effort 4,796
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H839 XYC is a 1971 Honda Prelude in Blue with a 1,958cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1971 Honda Prelude models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.0% with a typical mileage of 106,572 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 Prelude fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 9,727 recorded failures. If you're considering buying H839 XYC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Prelude typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 55 years old, this Honda Prelude is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of H839 XYC?

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What year was H839 XYC registered?

H839 XYC is a 1971 Honda Prelude, first registered on 1 January 1971.

Is H839 XYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for H839 XYC shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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