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P132 TFV

1997 Honda Civic

Blue Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2014
Tests15 (8 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate53.3%

Mileage

69,621 mi
Last recorded69,621 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2013
Typical for 1997 Honda Civic86,182 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP132 TFV
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

8 pass 7 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2013 69,621 miles

(3.7.5c/6)The rear service brakes proportionality during their application/reducing modes are at 20:17%

(4.1E.1)The nearside front tyre at the outer side of the central band of tread is wearing unevenly

(4.1E.1)The nearside front tyre breadth of tread is worn down to 2.79mm

(4.1E.1)The offside front tyre breadth of tread is worn down to 2.79mm

NOTES FOR THE VEHICLE OWNER/PRESENTER

STATUTORY PROVISIONS & REGULATIONS SECTION 45 1988 AS AMENDED

The vehicle manufacturer from new has fitted in various locations protective covers,which are preventing a complete visual examination of some areas of the inspection.

Fail 21 Jan 2013 69,593 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

(3.7.5c/6)The rear service brakes proportionality during their application/reducing modes are at 20:17%

(4.1E.1)The nearside front tyre at the outer side of the central band of tread is wearing unevenly

(4.1E.1)The nearside front tyre breadth of tread is worn down to 2.79mm

(4.1E.1)The offside front tyre breadth of tread is worn down to 2.79mm

NOTES FOR THE VEHICLE OWNER/PRESENTER

STATUTORY PROVISIONS & REGULATIONS SECTION 45 1988 AS AMENDED

The vehicle manufacturer from new has fitted in various locations protective covers,which are preventing a complete visual examination of some areas of the inspection.

Pass 13 Jan 2012 67,208 miles

(1.2.1b)The high level stop lamp fitted does not function when the foot brake is applied

(1.8A.2)The offside dipped beam image is slightly incorrect

(2.2C.1c)The nearside front steering track rod dust cover is slightly deteriorated at the time of test.

(2.2C.1c)The offside front steering track rod dust cover is slightly split at the time of test,and not likely to permit the ingress of dirt.

(2.4G.2)The offside front lower suspension ball joint dust cover is slightly deteriorated at time of test.

(4.1E.1)The offside front tyre breadth of tread is worn down to 2.0mm

(4.1E.1)The offside rear tyre breadth of tread is worn down to 1.98mm

(4.2A.1)All road wheels have trims fitted

NOTES FOR THE VEHICLE PRESENTER

SECTION - 1 - LIGHTING AND SIGNALLING EQUIPMENT

SECTION - 2 - STEERING (INCLUDING SUSPENSION)

SECTION - 4 - TYRES AND ROAD WHEELS

STATUTORY PROVISIONS & REGULATIONS SECTION 45 1988 AS AMENDED

The following item(s) having been examined in accordance with the above regulations have been found to be in a deteriorated/worn condition,

The vehicle manufacturer from new has fitted in various locations protective covers,which are preventing a complete visual examination of some areas of the inspection

if continued use on the public roads are to be considered,the necessary repairs should be carried out within a reasonable period of time

Fail 13 Jan 2012 67,208 miles

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

(1.8A.2)The offside dipped beam image is slightly incorrect

(1.2.1b)The high level stop lamp fitted does not function when the foot brake is applied

(2.2C.1c)The nearside front steering track rod dust cover is slightly deteriorated at the time of test.

(2.2C.1c)The offside front steering track rod dust cover is slightly split at the time of test,and not likely to permit the ingress of dirt.

(2.4G.2)The offside front lower suspension ball joint dust cover is slightly deteriorated at time of test.

(4.1E.1)The offside front tyre breadth of tread is worn down to 2.0mm

(4.1E.1)The offside rear tyre breadth of tread is worn down to 1.98mm

(4.2A.1)All road wheels have trims fitted

NOTES FOR THE VEHICLE PRESENTER

SECTION - 1 - LIGHTING AND SIGNALLING EQUIPMENT

SECTION - 2 - STEERING (INCLUDING SUSPENSION)

SECTION - 4 - TYRES AND ROAD WHEELS

STATUTORY PROVISIONS & REGULATIONS SECTION 45 1988 AS AMENDED

The following item(s) having been examined in accordance with the above regulations have been found to be in a deteriorated/worn condition,

The vehicle manufacturer from new has fitted in various locations protective covers,which are preventing a complete visual examination of some areas of the inspection

if continued use on the public roads are to be considered,the necessary repairs should be carried out within a reasonable period of time

Pass 1 Feb 2011 65,264 miles

(1.2.1b)the high level stop lamp(s) do not operate when the foot brake is applied

(1.8B,2)The nearside dipped beam headlamp horizontal alignment is set at the lower 2.0% limit

(2.4G.3)The nearside rear suspension arm bush is slightly split/deteriorated

(4.0)The spare tyre is deflated

(4.2A.1)All road wheels have trims fitted

(5.2.6)The offside and the nearside lower outer sills have been painted over with sealant compound,where a previous VT30 was issued

(5.2.6)The offside and the nearside outer lower sills have protective covewrs fitted.Note that the rear sections of the sills have failed the test and that after removal of the covers more corrosion may be present.

(6.1.4)The offside rear outer wing panel has had a temporary repair carried out by facing over the corrosion area with tape.

(7.1.1a)The centre exhaust pipe along it's length is deteriorating,showing a very slight leak at one point,it is therefore recommended that the pipe is replaced

(7.3C.2b)The engine speed measuring device did not register a signal and therefore has been bypassed,whereby a subjective assessment has been used

(8.2.2)The offside wiper blade is splitting

ADVISORIES AT TIME OF RETEST

SECTION - 1 - LIGHTING AND SIGNALLING EQUIPMENT

SECTION - 2 - STEERING (INCLUDING SUSPENSION)

SECTION - 4 - TYRES AND ROAD WHEELS

SECTION - 5 - SEAT BELTS

SECTION - 5 - SEAT BELTS

SECTION - 6 - BODY,STRUCTURE AND GENERAL ITEMS

SECTION - 7 - EXHAUST,FUEL AND EMISSIONS

SECTION - 8 - DRIVERS VIEW OF THE ROAD

Fail 25 Jan 2011 65,221 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

(1.2.1b)the high level stop lamp(s) do not operate when the foot brake is applied

(1.8B,2)The nearside dipped beam headlamp horizontal alignment is set at the lower 2.0% limit

(2.4G.3)The nearside rear suspension arm bush is slightly split/deteriorated

(3.7.2d)The front service brakes out of balance during their application are at 24%,it appears that the brakes are ready for service/repairs to be carried out

(3.7.2e)The front service brakes efforts during their reducing mode are at 21%,it appears that the brakes are ready for service/repairs to be carried out

(4.0)The spare tyre is deflated

(4.2A.1)All road wheels have trims fitted

(5.2.6)The offside and the nearside outer lower sills have protective covewrs fitted.Note that the rear sections of the sills have failed the test and that after removal of the covers more corrosion may be present.

(7.1.1a)The centre exhaust pipe along it's length is deteriorating,showing a very slight leak at one point,it is therefore recommended that the pipe is replaced

(7.3C.2b)The engine speed measuring device did not register a signal and therefore has been bypassed,whereby a subjective assessment has been used

(8.2.2)The nearside wiper blade is splitting

(8.2.2)The offside wiper blade is splitting

SECTION - 1 - LIGHTING AND SIGNALLING EQUIPMENT

SECTION - 2 - STEERING (INCLUDING SUSPENSION)

SECTION - 3 - BRAKES

SECTION - 4 - TYRES AND ROAD WHEELS

SECTION - 5 - SEAT BELTS

SECTION - 7 - EXHAUST,FUEL AND EMISSIONS

SECTION - 8 - DRIVERS VIEW OF THE ROAD

Pass 22 Jan 2010 63,219 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2009 61,146 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

wipers noiesy

Fail 19 Jan 2009 61,146 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Temporary fuel cap fitted

wipers noiesy

Pass 18 Jan 2008 58,278 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2008

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

front brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

Pass 23 Jan 2007 55,919 miles

Brake master cylinder fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1e)

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

Nearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 22 Jan 2007 55,919 miles

Offside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated and cannot function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Brake master cylinder fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1e)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Nearside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Pass 20 Jan 2006 53,636 miles

both rear tyres are worn on the inner edges and approaching the legal limit

n/s/r door does not open from the inside or outside

o/s/r trailing arm bush is comming unbonded

Fail 19 Jan 2006 53,632 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

both rear tyres are worn on the inner edges and approaching the legal limit

n/s/r door does not open from inside or outside

o/s/r trailing arm bush is comming unbonded

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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P132 TFV is a 1997 Honda Civic in Blue with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 P132 TFV, 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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P132 TFV is a 1997 Honda Civic, first registered on 30 January 1997.

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