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N170 LGF

1996 Honda Legend

Green Petrol 3206cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Feb 2011
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

168,712 mi
Last recorded168,712 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2010
Typical for 1996 Honda Legend107,491 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN170 LGF
MakeHonda
ModelLegend
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,206cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2010 168,712 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2010 168,712 miles

registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 13 Nov 2008 168,662 miles

both rear tyres wearing uneven 215 55 r16

crank shaft pully that feeds a/c collapesed

exhaust rusty

Fail 4 Nov 2008 168,662 miles

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

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f) DANGEROUS

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

both rear tyres wearing uneven 215 55 r16

crank shaft pully that feeds a/c collapesed

exhaust rusty

Pass 2 Oct 2007 166,841 miles

oil leak on engin to gearbox

rear brakes noise when applied i can not see how good the brake pads are what condition they are

Fail 29 Sep 2007 166,841 miles

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

offside rear light dim

oil leak on engin to gearbox

rear brakes noise when applied i can not see how good the brake pads are what condition they are

Pass 3 Oct 2006 155,523 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 26 Sep 2005 147,395 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2005 147,395 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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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N170 LGF is a 1996 Honda Legend in Green with a 3,206cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

Across all 1996 Honda Legend models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.3% with a typical mileage of 107,491 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 Legend fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 1,657 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N170 LGF, 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 30 years old, this Honda Legend is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was N170 LGF registered?

N170 LGF is a 1996 Honda Legend, first registered on 18 April 1996.

Is N170 LGF safe to buy?

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