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N5 XJO

1998 Honda Legend

Gold Petrol 3474cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2026
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

103,737 mi
Last recorded103,737 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2025
Typical for 1998 Honda Legend96,835 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN5 XJO
MakeHonda
ModelLegend
Year1998
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,474cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2025 103,737 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2025 103,737 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 24 Jun 2024 103,711 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Nearside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Jul 2023 100,560 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2022 97,328 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 20 Jun 2022 97,325 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing also starting to perish (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Jun 2021 94,569 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2020 93,245 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2019 92,944 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2018 92,387 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2017 92,140 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2016 92,121 miles

Front position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)

Pass 26 Jun 2015 91,501 miles

N/S/R Wheel Bearing Slightly Noisy

Pass 23 Jun 2014 90,333 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2013 89,689 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2013 89,675 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 5 Jul 2012 89,610 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2011 88,841 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2010 86,781 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2009 85,099 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2008 80,774 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2007 76,071 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2006 69,660 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2005 60,284 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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N5 XJO is a 1998 Honda Legend in Gold with a 3,474cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1998 Honda Legend models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.6% with a typical mileage of 96,835 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 N5 XJO, 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 28 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 N5 XJO registered?

N5 XJO is a 1998 Honda Legend, first registered on 24 June 1998.

Is N5 XJO safe to buy?

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