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P109 NLR

1997 Honda Civic

Grey Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Apr 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

62,611 mi
Last recorded62,611 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda Civic86,182 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP109 NLR
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year1997
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2026 62,611 miles

Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Both side front (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Rear Outer Covered in sealant

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both side rear trailing arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Apr 2025 60,203 miles

Nearside Front Jacking point corroded

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Jacking point corroded

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 26 Apr 2025 60,203 miles

Nearside Front Suspension locking device missing Upper and lower ball joint, track rod end (5.3.6 (b))

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension locking device missing Ball joint (5.3.6 (b))

Nearside Front Jacking point corroded

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Jacking point corroded

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Apr 2024 51,411 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2023 39,482 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2021 34,739 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 24 Aug 2021 34,704 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits o.40% co (8.2.1.2 (a))

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flange cracked at rear joint (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 30 Dec 2019 30,445 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2018 25,643 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2016 25,625 miles

front brakes slightly binding

Pass 10 Oct 2015 25,578 miles

Front brakes slightly binding

Pass 14 Oct 2014 25,563 miles

corrosion to all suspension components

slight bind to both front brakes

Pass 15 Oct 2013 25,538 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2012 25,529 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2011 25,520 miles

front suspension assemblies rusty/corroded.

offside and nearside flooring corroded.

plastic covers fitted to outer body sills.

rear suspension assemblies corroded/rusty.

Pass 4 Oct 2010 25,298 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

front suspension/hub assemblies rusty and corroded slightly.

offside and nearside front jacking points slightly corroded.

Pass 5 Oct 2009 24,909 miles

signs of corrosion to brake ferrules

signs of corrosion to n/s/f o/s/f floor

Pass 27 Oct 2008 24,177 miles

corrosion to brake ferrules

Pass 25 Oct 2007 23,838 miles

signs of corrosion to brake ferrules

Pass 25 Oct 2006 23,206 miles

crack in front and rear no plate

damage to o/s/f wing

Pass 26 Oct 2005 21,678 miles

corrosion to exhaust

damage to front no plate

perishing to both rear tyres in tread

How Reliable is the Honda Civic?

Based on 9,391,580 MOT tests across 693,715 vehicles.

73.7%
Pass Rate
6,044
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
693,715
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 307,913
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 187,316
Stop lamp not working 163,967
position lamp(s) not working 160,748
constant velocity joint gaiter split 132,914
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P109 NLR is a 1997 Honda Civic in Grey with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

Across all 1997 Honda Civic models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.8% with a typical mileage of 86,182 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda Civic fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 307,913 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P109 NLR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Civic typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 29 years old, this Honda Civic is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P109 NLR registered?

P109 NLR is a 1997 Honda Civic, first registered on 28 February 1997.

Is P109 NLR safe to buy?

The MOT history for P109 NLR shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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