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J899 NLN

1998 Honda Prelude

Grey Petrol 2150cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Oct 2014
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

102,130 mi
Last recorded102,130 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2013
Typical for 1998 Honda Prelude97,670 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ899 NLN
MakeHonda
ModelPrelude
Year1998
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,150cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 15 Oct 2013 102,130 miles

slight indent on the o/s/f brake pipe

Pass 19 Oct 2012 98,623 miles

slight indent on the o/s/f brake pipe

Pass 22 Jul 2008 84,363 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

fog lamp is dis-coloured

the handbrake travel is quite high

Pass 2 May 2007 84,343 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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J899 NLN is a 1998 Honda Prelude in Grey with a 2,150cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1998 Honda Prelude models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.4% with a typical mileage of 97,670 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 J899 NLN, 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 28 years old, this Honda Prelude is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of J899 NLN?

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What year was J899 NLN registered?

J899 NLN is a 1998 Honda Prelude, first registered on 10 June 1998.

Is J899 NLN safe to buy?

The MOT history for J899 NLN shows 4 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 J899 NLN have outstanding finance?

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