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P423 NLP

1997 Honda Civic

Red Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jul 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

88,404 mi
Last recorded88,404 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2015
Typical for 1997 Honda Civic86,182 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP423 NLP
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2015 88,404 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2014 80,411 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 19 Mar 2013 77,239 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2012 74,252 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2011 71,652 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2011 71,652 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 9 Apr 2010 69,376 miles

n/s o/s wiper blades split on ends

Pass 16 Mar 2009 66,282 miles

N/s rear tyre cracking in tread and side walls

O/s wiper blade deteriorated

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

Pass 19 Mar 2008 62,661 miles

Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Bottom radiator hose leaking (clip)

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

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

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

Fail 14 Mar 2008 62,661 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Bottom radiator hose leaking (clip)

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

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

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

Pass 12 Apr 2007 59,501 miles

N/s rear tyre cracking on walls

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

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

Pass 10 Apr 2006 55,487 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2006 55,487 miles

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

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

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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P423 NLP is a 1997 Honda Civic in Red with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 P423 NLP, 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 P423 NLP registered?

P423 NLP is a 1997 Honda Civic, first registered on 26 February 1997.

Is P423 NLP safe to buy?

The MOT history for P423 NLP shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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