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P426 XTN

1997 Honda Accord

Silver Petrol 1849cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

132,833 mi
Last recorded132,833 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2013
Typical for 1997 Honda Accord99,913 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP426 XTN
MakeHonda
ModelAccord
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,849cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2013 132,833 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2012 130,233 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

both rear tyre walls cracking

Pass 28 Jun 2011 127,217 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2010 124,128 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2009 121,257 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 8 Jul 2009 121,257 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 30 Jun 2008 118,246 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2007 115,040 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2006 112,385 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Accord?

Based on 2,311,969 MOT tests across 198,303 vehicles.

71.2%
Pass Rate
6,661
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
198,303
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 104,224
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 78,175
position lamp(s) not working 60,219
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 53,983
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 50,621
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P426 XTN is a 1997 Honda Accord in Silver with a 1,849cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1997 Honda Accord models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.3% with a typical mileage of 99,913 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda Accord fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 104,224 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P426 XTN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Accord typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 29 years old, this Honda Accord is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of P426 XTN?

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What year was P426 XTN registered?

P426 XTN is a 1997 Honda Accord, first registered on 26 February 1997.

Is P426 XTN safe to buy?

The MOT history for P426 XTN shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P426 XTN have outstanding finance?

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