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J437 TVS

1993 Honda Prelude

Grey Petrol 2150cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2014
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

125,085 mi
Last recorded125,085 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2013
Typical for 1993 Honda Prelude113,157 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ437 TVS
MakeHonda
ModelPrelude
Year1993
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,150cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2013 125,085 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Oil leak

Fail 9 Sep 2013 125,083 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Oil leak

Pass 10 Aug 2012 145,316 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2012 145,301 miles

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

Front registration plate dirty (6.3.1d)

Offside Front coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 6 Jun 2008 137,334 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 6 Jun 2008 137,334 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 9 Jun 2007 128,245 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2007 128,234 miles

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

Pass 2 Jun 2006 118,681 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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J437 TVS is a 1993 Honda Prelude in Grey with a 2,150cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

Across all 1993 Honda Prelude models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.9% with a typical mileage of 113,157 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 J437 TVS, 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 33 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 J437 TVS?

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What year was J437 TVS registered?

J437 TVS is a 1993 Honda Prelude, first registered on 30 June 1993.

Is J437 TVS safe to buy?

The MOT history for J437 TVS shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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