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P321 OLD

1997 Honda Prelude

Blue Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2019
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

147,007 mi
Last recorded147,007 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2018
Typical for 1997 Honda Prelude98,287 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP321 OLD
MakeHonda
ModelPrelude
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2018 147,007 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2018 147,007 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 5 Apr 2017 146,687 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2013 144,288 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2012 141,325 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2012 141,325 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Fail 6 May 2011 137,089 miles

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 6 May 2011 137,089 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2010 127,741 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2010 127,741 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 20 Feb 2009 117,098 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2008 104,210 miles

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

Fail 29 Feb 2008 104,210 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 2 Mar 2007 91,476 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2006 77,671 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2006 77,668 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

How Reliable is the Honda Prelude?

Based on 156,010 MOT tests across 20,321 vehicles.

67.3%
Pass Rate
4,249
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
20,321
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 9,727
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 8,857
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 6,253
position lamp(s) not working 5,027
parking brake recording little or no effort 4,796
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P321 OLD is a 1997 Honda Prelude in Blue with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1997 Honda Prelude models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.5% with a typical mileage of 98,287 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 Prelude fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 9,727 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P321 OLD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Prelude typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 29 years old, this Honda Prelude is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P321 OLD registered?

P321 OLD is a 1997 Honda Prelude, first registered on 6 March 1997.

Is P321 OLD safe to buy?

The MOT history for P321 OLD shows 16 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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