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KTJ 524

1997 Honda Civic

Blue Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jul 2014
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

45,161 mi
Last recorded45,161 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2013
Typical for 1997 Honda Civic86,182 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKTJ 524
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Fail 9 Jul 2013 45,161 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 9 Jul 2013 45,161 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2012 44,379 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2011 43,390 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2010 41,819 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2010 41,819 miles

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

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

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 9 Jun 2009 38,459 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2008 37,125 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2007 35,485 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2006 33,575 miles

nearside front and both rear tyres side walls starting to crack.

How Reliable is the Honda Civic?

Based on 9,391,580 MOT tests across 693,715 vehicles.

73.7%
Pass Rate
6,044
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
693,715
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 307,913
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 187,316
Stop lamp not working 163,967
position lamp(s) not working 160,748
constant velocity joint gaiter split 132,914
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KTJ 524 is a 1997 Honda Civic in Blue with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1997 Honda Civic models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.8% with a typical mileage of 86,182 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda Civic fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 307,913 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KTJ 524, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Civic typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 29 years old, this Honda Civic is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KTJ 524 registered?

KTJ 524 is a 1997 Honda Civic, first registered on 29 March 1997.

Is KTJ 524 safe to buy?

The MOT history for KTJ 524 shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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