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P287 NLP

1997 Honda Accord

Silver Petrol 1996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Dec 2015
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

115,496 mi
Last recorded115,496 miles
Recorded on23 Dec 2014
Typical for 1997 Honda Accord99,913 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP287 NLP
MakeHonda
ModelAccord
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,996cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Dec 2014 115,496 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2013 114,898 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

nearside/offside front brake discs corroding

Fail 19 Dec 2013 114,898 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

nearside/offside front brake discs corroding

Pass 10 Dec 2012 114,106 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2011 113,514 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2010 112,827 miles

Offside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 29 Aug 2009 111,902 miles

Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 25 Jun 2008 110,505 miles

Offside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Fail 25 Jun 2008 110,505 miles

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

Offside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Fail 28 Jun 2007 106,291 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

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

Pass 28 Jun 2007 106,291 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2006 99,261 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2006 99,261 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 29 Jun 2005 94,077 miles

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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P287 NLP is a 1997 Honda Accord in Silver with a 1,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 P287 NLP, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P287 NLP registered?

P287 NLP is a 1997 Honda Accord, first registered on 25 February 1997.

Is P287 NLP safe to buy?

The MOT history for P287 NLP shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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