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LH53 AFA

2003 Honda Hr-v

Blue Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2019
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

120,173 mi
Last recorded120,173 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2018
Typical for 2003 Honda Hr-v66,491 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLH53 AFA
MakeHonda
ModelHr-v
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2018 120,173 miles

Gearbox mounting defective

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

Pass 17 Nov 2017 113,345 miles

Gearbox mounting defective ()

Oil leak ()

Fail 9 Nov 2017 113,206 miles

Front Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced both side (1.7.5a)

Gearbox mounting defective ()

Oil leak ()

Pass 9 Nov 2016 107,785 miles

Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both (1.7.5a)

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

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Tie Rod ()

Fail 9 Nov 2016 107,785 miles

Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both (1.7.5a)

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

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Tie Rod ()

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 13 Nov 2015 101,544 miles

noisy rear differential and transfer box

Pass 3 Nov 2014 95,561 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2014 95,561 miles

Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 9 Nov 2013 88,829 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2012 79,784 miles

All four tyres starting to wear low on tread. 205/60/r16-92H

Fail 19 Oct 2012 79,784 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d) DANGEROUS

All four tyres starting to wear low on tread. 205/60/r16-92H

Pass 15 Nov 2011 71,464 miles

off side front bumper damaged

Fail 3 Nov 2011 71,176 miles

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Side repeater insecure (1.4.A.2b)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

off side front bumper damaged

Pass 3 Nov 2010 61,569 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2009 53,235 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Fail 3 Nov 2009 53,235 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 7 Nov 2008
Fail 6 Nov 2008 44,572 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 9 Nov 2007 36,149 miles

front number plate damaged

nail in the nearside front tyre

Pass 7 Nov 2006 28,332 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Hr-v?

Based on 453,253 MOT tests across 47,982 vehicles.

80.9%
Pass Rate
5,721
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
47,982
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 10,151
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 7,863
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 6,183
Stop lamp not working 5,491
position lamp(s) not working 5,053
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LH53 AFA is a 2003 Honda Hr-v in Blue with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

Across all 2003 Honda Hr-v models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.9% with a typical mileage of 66,491 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 Hr-v fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 10,151 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LH53 AFA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Hr-v typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 23 years old, this Honda Hr-v is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was LH53 AFA registered?

LH53 AFA is a 2003 Honda Hr-v, first registered on 6 November 2003.

Is LH53 AFA safe to buy?

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