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P215 XEL

1996 Honda Civic Crx

Silver Petrol 1488cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2019
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

88,131 mi
Last recorded88,131 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2018
Typical for 1996 Honda Civic Crx88,609 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP215 XEL
MakeHonda
ModelCivic Crx
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,488cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2018 88,131 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2018 88,131 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 6 Apr 2017 87,957 miles

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

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

eml on

Pass 7 Apr 2016 87,744 miles

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

offside front inner constant velocity joint boot needs new clip

Pass 29 Apr 2015 87,267 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2015 87,267 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 28 May 2014 85,961 miles

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

nearside rear brake binding slightly

Pass 22 May 2013 84,635 miles

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

Fail 22 May 2013 84,635 miles

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

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

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

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 15 May 2012 83,488 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

front tyres worn on edges

nearside rear brake binding slightly

nearside rear disc shows signs of overheating

Fail 15 May 2012 83,488 miles

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

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

front tyres worn on edges

nearside rear brake binding slightly

nearside rear disc shows signs of overheating

Pass 4 May 2011 81,592 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

nearside rear disc worn

Pass 14 Apr 2010 79,610 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2010 79,608 miles

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

Pass 13 May 2009 77,580 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2008 74,915 miles

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

outer sills covered

rear trailing arm bushes started to split

Pass 3 May 2007 71,018 miles
Pass 8 May 2006 64,713 miles

air bag warning lamp staying on

both rear suspension trailing arm bushes starting too split

How Reliable is the Honda Civic Crx?

Based on 37,654 MOT tests across 3,940 vehicles.

67.9%
Pass Rate
3,073
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
3,940
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 2,274
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,748
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 1,399
constant velocity joint gaiter split 1,296
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 1,120
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P215 XEL is a 1996 Honda Civic Crx in Silver with a 1,488cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1996 Honda Civic Crx models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.2% with a typical mileage of 88,609 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 Crx fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 2,274 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P215 XEL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Civic Crx typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 30 years old, this Honda Civic Crx is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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P215 XEL is a 1996 Honda Civic Crx, first registered on 10 November 1996.

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