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P563 RNF

1997 Honda Prelude

Silver Petrol 2157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 May 2013
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

76,651 mi
Last recorded76,651 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2012
Typical for 1997 Honda Prelude98,287 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP563 RNF
MakeHonda
ModelPrelude
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,157cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2012 76,651 miles

all slightly dragging brakes except nearside rear and advisory all brake discsand offside rear brake pads and front brake balance

brake pipe ferrules corrosion all

front lower suspension arms inner corrosion

rear both tryes perishing

Fail 26 Apr 2011 67,748 miles

Nearside Rear Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

all 4 tyres showing cracks in tread area but not deep enough to expose ply or cords

Pass 26 Apr 2011 67,748 miles

all 4 tyres showing cracks in tread area but not deep enough to expose ply or cords

Pass 23 Apr 2010 63,375 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2010 63,375 miles

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

Pass 5 May 2009 60,864 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2009 60,864 miles

Nearside Front coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 30 Apr 2008 59,499 miles
Pass 4 May 2007 58,240 miles

front brakes between 15/20% imbalance on test.

front wipers smear screen slightly.

fuel pipes corroded near fuel tank.

small surface cracks on front tyre treds.

Pass 6 May 2006 56,117 miles
Fail 3 May 2006 56,117 miles

Offside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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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P563 RNF is a 1997 Honda Prelude in Silver with a 2,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 P563 RNF, 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 P563 RNF registered?

P563 RNF is a 1997 Honda Prelude, first registered on 30 January 1997.

Is P563 RNF safe to buy?

The MOT history for P563 RNF shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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