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P231 CPK

1997 Honda Civic

White Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2016
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

85,977 mi
Last recorded85,977 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2015
Typical for 1997 Honda Civic86,182 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP231 CPK
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2015 85,977 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 25 Jul 2015 85,977 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 30 Jul 2014 82,430 miles

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 30 Jul 2014 82,430 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2012 79,782 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2012 79,782 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 19 Sep 2011 68,980 miles

Front Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)

front brake pads getting low.

Pass 23 Sep 2010 57,021 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2010 57,021 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 16 Jan 2009 48,888 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2009 48,888 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 15 Jan 2008 42,787 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2007 39,157 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2006 35,618 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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P231 CPK is a 1997 Honda Civic in White with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 P231 CPK, 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 P231 CPK registered?

P231 CPK is a 1997 Honda Civic, first registered on 30 January 1997.

Is P231 CPK safe to buy?

The MOT history for P231 CPK shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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