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P42 XCW

1997 Honda Accord

Red Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2017
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

58,515 mi
Last recorded58,515 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2017
Typical for 1997 Honda Accord99,913 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP42 XCW
MakeHonda
ModelAccord
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Fail 10 Jul 2017 58,515 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.4)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1) DANGEROUS

Brake pipe excessively corroded front - rear x2 at flexis (3.6.B.2c) DANGEROUS

Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded leaking (3.6.B.2c) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 Jun 2016 58,041 miles

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

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

Pass 5 May 2015 56,835 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2013 55,954 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2012 54,617 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 23 Jan 2012 54,617 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2011 53,689 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2010 52,037 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2009 50,426 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2007 44,068 miles

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

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

Fail 13 Jul 2007 44,068 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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

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

Pass 2 Aug 2006 41,956 miles

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

Pass 27 Jul 2005 38,479 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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P42 XCW is a 1997 Honda Accord in Red with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 P42 XCW, 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

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What year was P42 XCW registered?

P42 XCW is a 1997 Honda Accord, first registered on 31 January 1997.

Is P42 XCW safe to buy?

The MOT history for P42 XCW 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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