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LG09 EMJ

2009 Honda Legend

Grey Petrol 3471cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jul 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

102,372 mi
Last recorded102,372 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2025
Typical for 2009 Honda Legend67,023 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG09 EMJ
MakeHonda
ModelLegend
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,471cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Jul 2025 102,372 miles

Vehicle has covers fitted making unable to check some testable items.

Pass 22 Jul 2024 100,812 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2024 100,756 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Jul 2023 95,717 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2022 91,874 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2022 91,871 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Jul 2021 87,542 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner tread worn (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner tread worn (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Jul 2020 80,923 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2019 72,924 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2019 72,924 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Jul 2018 61,424 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2017 52,135 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2016 44,204 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2015 40,813 miles

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

Offside Rear cuts in tyre, no cord visible.

Pass 28 Nov 2014 32,977 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 Dec 2013 26,480 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2013 22,942 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2012 19,229 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Legend?

Based on 39,583 MOT tests across 4,365 vehicles.

74.1%
Pass Rate
4,513
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
4,365
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,657
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 900
position lamp(s) not working 863
brake binding 853
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 783
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LG09 EMJ is a 2009 Honda Legend in Grey with a 3,471cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2009 Honda Legend models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.5% with a typical mileage of 67,023 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 Legend fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 1,657 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LG09 EMJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Legend typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 17 years old, this Honda Legend is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LG09 EMJ registered?

LG09 EMJ is a 2009 Honda Legend, first registered on 20 March 2009.

Is LG09 EMJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG09 EMJ shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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