CarVerify

Free Car Check

P448 SVS

1997 Honda F6C

Red Petrol 1520cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Sep 2026
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

58,427 mi
Last recorded58,427 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2025
Typical for 1997 Honda F6C24,466 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Honda
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationP448 SVS
MakeHonda
ModelF6C
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,520cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2025 58,427 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2024 57,636 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil fork seal (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 14 Sep 2023 55,926 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil fork seal (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 27 Sep 2022 53,958 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2021 52,341 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 2 Sep 2020 51,266 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 17 Sep 2019 49,224 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2018 45,235 miles
Pass 5 May 2017 43,453 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 41,307 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2016 41,307 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 13 Apr 2015 38,908 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 22 Mar 2014 37,103 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 22 Mar 2013 35,442 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2013 35,442 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Mar 2012 33,349 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2012 33,349 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 16 Sep 2010 32,532 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2009 31,344 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 19 Sep 2008 28,787 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 19 Sep 2008 28,787 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2007 26,683 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2006 23,633 miles

How Reliable is the Honda F6C?

Based on 10,739 MOT tests across 849 vehicles.

91.3%
Pass Rate
789
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
849
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 76
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 46
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 45
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 24
Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation 22
Full Honda F6C reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

P448 SVS is a 1997 Honda F6C in Red with a 1,520cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

Across all 1997 Honda F6C models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.4% with a typical mileage of 24,466 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 F6C fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 76 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P448 SVS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda F6C typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 29 years old, this Honda F6C is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of P448 SVS?

You can check the full history of P448 SVS by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was P448 SVS registered?

P448 SVS is a 1997 Honda F6C, first registered on 12 March 1997.

Is P448 SVS safe to buy?

The MOT history for P448 SVS shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P448 SVS have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on P448 SVS. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.