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P291 GTF

1997 Honda Accord

Red Petrol 2156cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2013
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

130,806 mi
Last recorded130,806 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2012
Typical for 1997 Honda Accord99,913 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP291 GTF
MakeHonda
ModelAccord
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,156cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2012 130,806 miles

cracks in n/s/r tyre

Fail 17 Nov 2012 130,806 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

cracks in n/s/r tyre

Pass 25 Jul 2011 129,333 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2011 129,333 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Jul 2010 127,344 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2010 127,344 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Jul 2009 125,439 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2008 125,057 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2007 121,890 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2006 116,485 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2005 112,147 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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P291 GTF is a 1997 Honda Accord in Red with a 2,156cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 P291 GTF, 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 P291 GTF registered?

P291 GTF is a 1997 Honda Accord, first registered on 28 May 1997.

Is P291 GTF safe to buy?

The MOT history for P291 GTF shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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