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M407 DEC

1995 Honda Prelude

Silver Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Nov 2016
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

155,010 mi
Last recorded155,010 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2015
Typical for 1995 Honda Prelude106,488 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM407 DEC
MakeHonda
ModelPrelude
Year1995
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2015 155,010 miles

Rear Rear chassie heavily corroded, o/s+n/s

Fail 27 Oct 2015 155,010 miles

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

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flex (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Rear Rear chassie heavily corroded, o/s+n/s

Pass 28 Oct 2014 152,608 miles

front exhaust pipe flexy joint deteriorated

surface rust to all front and rear suspension assembles

Pass 28 Oct 2013 148,339 miles

slight rust/corrosion to all front and rear suspension and brake assembles

Pass 24 Oct 2012 145,992 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

Pass 2 Nov 2011 142,529 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2010 139,573 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

handbrake requires adjusting soon

Fail 25 Oct 2010 139,573 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

handbrake requires adjusting soon

Pass 2 Nov 2009 137,312 miles

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

Pass 24 Oct 2008 132,853 miles

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

Pass 29 Oct 2007 127,599 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

slightly low effort to rear o/s service brake

Pass 20 Oct 2006 119,920 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2005 112,210 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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M407 DEC is a 1995 Honda Prelude in Silver with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 1995 Honda Prelude models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.4% with a typical mileage of 106,488 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 M407 DEC, 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 31 years old, this Honda Prelude is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was M407 DEC registered?

M407 DEC is a 1995 Honda Prelude, first registered on 1 January 1995.

Is M407 DEC safe to buy?

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