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J289 FGN

1992 Honda Prelude

Grey Petrol 1958cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2009
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

78,047 mi
Last recorded78,047 miles
Recorded on17 May 2008
Typical for 1992 Honda Prelude111,640 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ289 FGN
MakeHonda
ModelPrelude
Year1992
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,958cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 17 May 2008 78,047 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 17 May 2007 73,023 miles

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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J289 FGN is a 1992 Honda Prelude in Grey with a 1,958cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1992 Honda Prelude models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.3% with a typical mileage of 111,640 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 J289 FGN, 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 34 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 J289 FGN?

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What year was J289 FGN registered?

J289 FGN is a 1992 Honda Prelude, first registered on 30 December 1992.

Is J289 FGN safe to buy?

The MOT history for J289 FGN shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does J289 FGN have outstanding finance?

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