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P417 XGF

1997 Honda Civic

Silver Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2011
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

147,305 mi
Last recorded147,305 miles
Recorded on29 May 2010
Typical for 1997 Honda Civic86,182 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP417 XGF
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 May 2010 147,305 miles

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

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

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

Oil leak

Pass 30 May 2009 135,398 miles
Fail 22 May 2009 135,175 miles

Front Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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

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

Pass 17 May 2008 125,444 miles
Fail 16 May 2008 125,444 miles

Offside Front Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 22 May 2007 113,653 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 28 Jun 2006 10,729 miles

Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 28 Jun 2006 10,729 miles

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

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 22 Jun 2005 102,320 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2005 102,320 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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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P417 XGF is a 1997 Honda Civic in Silver with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 P417 XGF, 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 P417 XGF registered?

P417 XGF is a 1997 Honda Civic, first registered on 13 June 1997.

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