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P552 DTN

1997 Honda Prelude

Red Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2008
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

108,381 mi
Last recorded108,381 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2007
Typical for 1997 Honda Prelude98,287 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP552 DTN
MakeHonda
ModelPrelude
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2007 108,381 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2007 108,381 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d)

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

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because tyres with different aspect ratios are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

steering rack has slight play both sides

Pass 16 Jun 2006 89,238 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2006 89,238 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting bolt missing (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Rear Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

exhaust fouling suspension arm

front no plate cracked

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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P552 DTN is a 1997 Honda Prelude in Red with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 P552 DTN, 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 P552 DTN registered?

P552 DTN is a 1997 Honda Prelude, first registered on 17 April 1997.

Is P552 DTN safe to buy?

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