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P357 DRX

1997 Honda Civic

Blue Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jan 2016
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

162,153 mi
Last recorded162,153 miles
Recorded on22 Dec 2014
Typical for 1997 Honda Civic86,182 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP357 DRX
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Dec 2014 162,153 miles

all rubber boots slightly deteriorated

exhaust system slightly deteriorated / has a minor leak

wipers slightly smeary

Pass 7 Dec 2013 159,125 miles

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

centre exhaust system corroded slight blow

rear wheel arches corroded

sill kit fitted

Pass 27 Dec 2012 154,266 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2011 149,162 miles

rear parking brake effort low

Pass 29 Dec 2010 140,523 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2009 133,831 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2008 128,109 miles

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

Oil leak

front no plate cracked

hand brake travel

Pass 7 Jan 2008 121,587 miles
Fail 31 Dec 2007 12,480 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Offside Front Lower Front suspension locking device missing (2.5.A.4)

slight play in steering

Pass 3 Jan 2007 114,010 miles
Fail 27 Dec 2006 114,010 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.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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P357 DRX is a 1997 Honda Civic in Blue with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 P357 DRX, 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 P357 DRX registered?

P357 DRX is a 1997 Honda Civic, first registered on 2 January 1997.

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The MOT history for P357 DRX shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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