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P223 HFC

1997 Honda Civic

Silver Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jan 2022
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

137,051 mi
Last recorded137,051 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2021
Typical for 1997 Honda Civic86,182 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP223 HFC
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Jan 2021 137,051 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Jun 2019 134,375 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 20 Jun 2018 132,359 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2017 130,450 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2016 128,256 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2016 128,256 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 15 Jun 2015 126,131 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 15 Jun 2015 126,131 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2014 126,107 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2013 126,033 miles

slight rust underneath car

Pass 21 Jun 2012 126,024 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2011 126,015 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2010 126,007 miles

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

Pass 18 Sep 2008 125,731 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2008 125,731 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 11 Jul 2007 124,235 miles

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

Pass 11 Jul 2007 124,235 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2006 45,382 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2006 45,382 miles

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

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

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

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

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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P223 HFC is a 1997 Honda Civic in Silver with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 P223 HFC, 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 P223 HFC registered?

P223 HFC is a 1997 Honda Civic, first registered on 16 May 1997.

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The MOT history for P223 HFC shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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