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P255 PLD

1997 Honda Accord

Red Petrol 2156cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Dec 2024
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

100,887 mi
Last recorded100,887 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2023
Typical for 1997 Honda Accord99,913 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP255 PLD
MakeHonda
ModelAccord
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,156cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2023 100,887 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2018 98,086 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2016 89,031 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2015 75,436 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2015 67,144 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2013 64,601 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 5 Oct 2012 62,640 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2011 61,040 miles

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

Pass 19 Oct 2010 59,177 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2009 57,177 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2008 54,934 miles

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

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

Fail 16 Nov 2007 51,449 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside rear tyre close to wear bars .

Pass 16 Nov 2007 51,449 miles

Offside rear tyre close to wear bars .

Pass 21 Nov 2006 47,551 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2005 42,069 miles

both front tyre worn on inner edge

How Reliable is the Honda Accord?

Based on 2,311,969 MOT tests across 198,303 vehicles.

71.2%
Pass Rate
6,661
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
198,303
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 104,224
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 78,175
position lamp(s) not working 60,219
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 53,983
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 50,621
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P255 PLD is a 1997 Honda Accord in Red with a 2,156cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 1997 Honda Accord models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.3% with a typical mileage of 99,913 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda Accord fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 104,224 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P255 PLD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Accord typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 29 years old, this Honda Accord is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P255 PLD registered?

P255 PLD is a 1997 Honda Accord, first registered on 24 June 1997.

Is P255 PLD safe to buy?

The MOT history for P255 PLD shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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