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P545 NLP

1997 Honda Prelude

Blue Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 May 2017
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

115,328 mi
Last recorded115,328 miles
Recorded on5 May 2016
Typical for 1997 Honda Prelude98,287 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP545 NLP
MakeHonda
ModelPrelude
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 May 2016 115,328 miles
Pass 7 May 2015 111,500 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2014 108,269 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2014 108,244 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 8 Aug 2012 100,001 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2012 100,000 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 29 Jul 2011 92,998 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2011 92,995 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

N/S/F BRAKE BINDING

Pass 16 Aug 2010 85,670 miles

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

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

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

Fail 16 Aug 2010 85,670 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

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

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

Pass 18 Aug 2009 75,805 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2008 65,499 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2008 65,499 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 13 Jun 2007 53,369 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2006 44,430 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Prelude?

Based on 156,010 MOT tests across 20,321 vehicles.

67.3%
Pass Rate
4,249
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
20,321
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 9,727
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 8,857
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 6,253
position lamp(s) not working 5,027
parking brake recording little or no effort 4,796
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P545 NLP is a 1997 Honda Prelude in Blue with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1997 Honda Prelude models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.5% with a typical mileage of 98,287 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 Prelude fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 9,727 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P545 NLP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Prelude typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 29 years old, this Honda Prelude is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P545 NLP registered?

P545 NLP is a 1997 Honda Prelude, first registered on 17 March 1997.

Is P545 NLP safe to buy?

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