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N518 SJT

1996 Honda Legend

Green Petrol 3206cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 May 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

59,804 mi
Last recorded59,804 miles
Recorded on2 May 2026
Typical for 1996 Honda Legend107,491 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN518 SJT
MakeHonda
ModelLegend
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,206cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 May 2026 59,804 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2025 56,943 miles

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement some perishing to most (5.3.4 (a) (i))

underside

Pass 1 May 2024 55,575 miles

Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

surface corrosion to underside

Pass 2 May 2023 54,595 miles

suface corrosion to underside

Pass 3 May 2022 53,633 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

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

surface corrosion to underside

Pass 6 May 2021 52,070 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2020 51,237 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2019 49,416 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2018 47,693 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Jun 2017 47,185 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2016 46,134 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2015 44,876 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2015 44,875 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Pass 1 Jul 2014 42,184 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 14 Jun 2013 40,813 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2012 38,452 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2011 35,355 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2010 33,561 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2009 31,371 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2008 25,882 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2007 23,602 miles

1. SLIGHT PLAY IN NEARSIDE REAR TOP ARM BALL JOINT

Pass 21 Apr 2006 13,905 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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N518 SJT is a 1996 Honda Legend in Green with a 3,206cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 N518 SJT, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N518 SJT registered?

N518 SJT is a 1996 Honda Legend, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is N518 SJT safe to buy?

The MOT history for N518 SJT shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does N518 SJT have outstanding finance?

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