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P284 FJM

1997 Honda Civic

Red Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Oct 2014
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

116,047 mi
Last recorded116,047 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2013
Typical for 1997 Honda Civic86,182 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP284 FJM
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2013 116,047 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2012 108,629 miles

o/s wiper blade split

Pass 27 Oct 2011 100,279 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

sidewalls on both rear tyres slightly perished

Pass 26 Oct 2010 93,535 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2010 93,535 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 27 Oct 2009 86,875 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2008 80,894 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 27 Oct 2008 80,894 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2007 74,775 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

both rear trailing arm main bushes deteriorating

front numberplate poor condition

Fail 25 Oct 2007 74,775 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

Nearside Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

both rear trailing arm main bushes deteriorating

front numberplate poor condition

Fail 24 Oct 2006 67,038 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

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

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear seats folded down at time of test

Pass 24 Oct 2006 67,038 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear seats folded down at time of test

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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P284 FJM 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 66.7%.

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 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 P284 FJM, 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 P284 FJM registered?

P284 FJM is a 1997 Honda Civic, first registered on 29 April 1997.

Is P284 FJM safe to buy?

The MOT history for P284 FJM shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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