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P294 OLD

1997 Honda Civic

White Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2020
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

93,779 mi
Last recorded93,779 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2019
Typical for 1997 Honda Civic86,182 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP294 OLD
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2019 93,779 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2018 92,368 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2018 92,368 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 31 Aug 2017 90,270 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2016 86,736 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2015 83,077 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2015 83,077 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 8 Sep 2014 79,165 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

off side front tyre worn on inner edge

off side rear tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 10 Sep 2013 74,988 miles

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)

Fail 10 Sep 2013 74,988 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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)

Pass 6 Sep 2012 70,932 miles

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)

Pass 13 Sep 2011 66,775 miles

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)

Pass 2 Sep 2010 62,007 miles

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)

Fail 2 Sep 2010 62,007 miles

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 10 Sep 2009 55,190 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2008 48,367 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 10 Sep 2008 48,367 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2007 41,154 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 6 Sep 2007 41,154 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2006 34,302 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2006 34,302 miles

Centre Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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P294 OLD is a 1997 Honda Civic in White with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 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 P294 OLD, 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 P294 OLD registered?

P294 OLD is a 1997 Honda Civic, first registered on 26 March 1997.

Is P294 OLD safe to buy?

The MOT history for P294 OLD shows 21 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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