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P21 NLN

1997 Honda Civic

Silver Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Mar 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

21,484 mi
Last recorded21,484 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda Civic86,182 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP21 NLN
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2026 21,484 miles

Central Exhaust corrosion.

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Small chips. (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 18 Feb 2026 21,481 miles

Emissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))

Offside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Exhaust, pipe before rear box. (6.1.2 (a))

Central Exhaust corrosion.

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Small chips. (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Mar 2025 16,602 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective aim just in limit (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting damaged but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear corroded

front brake components have some corrosion

front suspension components have some corrosion

Pass 6 Mar 2024 16,170 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2023 16,041 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2022 15,930 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2021 15,784 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2020 15,676 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2019 15,499 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2018 15,296 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2017 14,959 miles

exhaust rusted but no leaks

Pass 9 Mar 2016 14,778 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2015 14,591 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2014 14,326 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2013 13,969 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2012 13,507 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2011 13,177 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 15 Mar 2011 13,177 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2010 12,853 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2009 12,429 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2008 11,976 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2007 11,430 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2006 10,918 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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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P21 NLN is a 1997 Honda Civic in Silver with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 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 P21 NLN, 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 P21 NLN registered?

P21 NLN is a 1997 Honda Civic, first registered on 22 January 1997.

Is P21 NLN safe to buy?

The MOT history for P21 NLN shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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