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P554 DCW

1997 Honda Prelude

Blue Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2021
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

126,651 mi
Last recorded126,651 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2021
Typical for 1997 Honda Prelude98,287 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP554 DCW
MakeHonda
ModelPrelude
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Fail 14 Jun 2021 126,651 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) incorrectly mounted brake pad liner insecure , unsafe to drive (1.1.13 (c)) DANGEROUS

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

slight bind both front brakes

temp repair to front exhaust flexy

Pass 4 Jun 2020 125,458 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear inner sill has corrosion

Offside Front tyre side wall split

Offside Rear inner sill has corrosion

rear subframe has bad corrosion

temp repair to front exhaust system

Fail 4 Jun 2020 125,458 miles

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear inner sill has corrosion

Offside Front brake binding

Offside Front tyre side wall split

Offside Rear inner sill has corrosion

rear subframe has bad corrosion

temp repair to front exhaust system

Pass 29 May 2019 123,615 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Front brake has a slight bind

Offside Rear tyre inner edge

Fail 29 May 2019 123,615 miles

Brake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Front brake has a slight bind

Offside Rear tyre inner edge

Pass 18 May 2018 121,297 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear light has a bulb out

Offside Rear tyre inner edge

slight brake bind off side front

Pass 18 May 2017 118,630 miles

All 4 tyres worn on inner edge

Offside Rear side light has a bulb out

Fail 18 May 2017 118,630 miles

All 4 tyres worn on inner edge

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear side light has a bulb out

Pass 17 Jun 2016 116,566 miles

oil filter leaking

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Fail 17 Jun 2016 116,566 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

oil filter leaking

Pass 29 May 2015 114,648 miles

both rear tyres worn on inner edge

slight brake bind near side front

Pass 13 Jun 2014 112,362 miles

both rear tyres worn on inner edge

Pass 14 Jun 2013 110,966 miles

Both rear tyres worn on inner edge

Pass 1 Jun 2012 105,813 miles

Both rear tyres showing age cracks

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 3 Jun 2011 97,694 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 3 Jun 2011 97,694 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2010 92,436 miles

Nearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 5 Jun 2009 86,665 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2008 81,071 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2007 74,360 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2006 65,949 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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P554 DCW is a 1997 Honda Prelude in Blue with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 P554 DCW, 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.

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What year was P554 DCW registered?

P554 DCW is a 1997 Honda Prelude, first registered on 28 February 1997.

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