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P249 GRB

1997 Honda Civic

Red Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jul 2015
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

166,002 mi
Last recorded166,002 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2014
Typical for 1997 Honda Civic86,182 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP249 GRB
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2014 166,002 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

both rear wheel arches have traces of filler

front wheel arches slightly corroded

sill covers fitted

Pass 12 Jul 2013 162,508 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 29 Feb 2012 147,381 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fuel pipe/s corroded

all brake pipes front to the rear slightly corroded

under vehicle all prescribed area and all suspension components slightly corroded

Pass 26 Feb 2011 134,286 miles

Offside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Fail 26 Feb 2011 134,286 miles

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

Offside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Fail 27 Feb 2010 121,921 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 27 Feb 2010 121,921 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Feb 2009 108,620 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Mar 2008 96,911 miles

Nearside Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 3 Mar 2008 96,911 miles

Nearside Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 26 Feb 2007 82,922 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2006 68,067 miles

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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P249 GRB is a 1997 Honda Civic in Red with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 P249 GRB, 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 P249 GRB registered?

P249 GRB is a 1997 Honda Civic, first registered on 19 March 1997.

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