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P171 NLP

1997 Honda Accord

Red Petrol 1996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2013
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

135,885 mi
Last recorded135,885 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2012
Typical for 1997 Honda Accord99,913 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP171 NLP
MakeHonda
ModelAccord
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,996cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2012 135,885 miles

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

air bag light on srs

drivers seat

rear brakes

Pass 11 Jul 2011 121,511 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2010 113,792 miles

SRS system warning light illuminated.

Fail 19 Jul 2010 113,789 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Offside Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear brake discs badly pitted.

SRS system warning light illuminated.

Pass 3 Jul 2009 105,085 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2008 97,231 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2007 84,336 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2007 84,336 miles

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

Centre brake light not working

Front brake discs corroding

Nearside outer cv gaiter perishing

Offside outer cv gaiter perishing

Rear brake discs corroding

Pass 27 Feb 2006 67,704 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2006 67,704 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Offside front brake slightly binding

Offside front tyre 2mm on inner edge and nail in tread

Rear brake discs in poor condition

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

How Reliable is the Honda Accord?

Based on 2,311,969 MOT tests across 198,303 vehicles.

71.2%
Pass Rate
6,661
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
198,303
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 104,224
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 78,175
position lamp(s) not working 60,219
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 53,983
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 50,621
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P171 NLP is a 1997 Honda Accord in Red with a 1,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1997 Honda Accord models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.3% with a typical mileage of 99,913 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda Accord fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 104,224 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P171 NLP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Accord typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 29 years old, this Honda Accord is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P171 NLP registered?

P171 NLP is a 1997 Honda Accord, first registered on 25 February 1997.

Is P171 NLP safe to buy?

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