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P36 SFE

1997 Honda Civic

Blue Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2015
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

103,056 mi
Last recorded103,056 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2014
Typical for 1997 Honda Civic86,182 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP36 SFE
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2014 103,056 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Fail 26 Apr 2014 103,054 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 16 Apr 2013 100,493 miles

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

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 15 Apr 2013 100,491 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 30 Apr 2012 96,345 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 30 Apr 2011 85,658 miles

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

Pass 29 Mar 2010 74,737 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 30 Jan 2009 66,432 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2008 61,176 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2008 61,176 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)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 1 Feb 2007 55,481 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2007 55,304 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 30 Jan 2006 49,323 miles

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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P36 SFE is a 1997 Honda Civic in Blue with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 P36 SFE, 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 P36 SFE registered?

P36 SFE is a 1997 Honda Civic, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P36 SFE safe to buy?

The MOT history for P36 SFE shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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