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J8 GTD

1998 Honda Prelude

Silver Petrol 2157cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Aug 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

85,123 mi
Last recorded85,123 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2025
Typical for 1998 Honda Prelude97,670 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ8 GTD
MakeHonda
ModelPrelude
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,157cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2025 85,123 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2024 84,760 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2023 84,523 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2022 84,266 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2021 83,945 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2020 83,750 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2017 83,741 miles
Pass 8 May 2015 83,351 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2010 83,107 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2009 82,432 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2009 82,425 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 3 Oct 2007 81,833 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 16 Jun 2006 79,702 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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J8 GTD is a 1998 Honda Prelude in Silver with a 2,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 J8 GTD, 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 J8 GTD?

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What year was J8 GTD registered?

J8 GTD is a 1998 Honda Prelude, first registered on 20 March 1998.

Is J8 GTD safe to buy?

The MOT history for J8 GTD shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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