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P573 PHU

1997 Honda Civic

Blue Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 May 2015
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

81,613 mi
Last recorded81,613 miles
Recorded on2 May 2014
Typical for 1997 Honda Civic86,182 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP573 PHU
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 May 2014 81,613 miles
Pass 3 May 2013 77,514 miles

registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 3 May 2013 77,508 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Radius arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Radius arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 4 May 2012 73,670 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

offside rear tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 6 May 2011 70,244 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside front tyre has a cut on the side wall but has not reached the body cords Offside rear tyre is wearing outside edge

Fail 6 May 2011 70,234 miles

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

Parking brake lever defective so that it cannot be satisfactorily operated (3.1.3c) DANGEROUS

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Nearside front tyre has a cut on the side wall but has not reached the body cords Offside rear tyre is wearing outside edge

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

Pass 30 Mar 2010 63,766 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2009 61,384 miles
Pass 22 May 2007 59,939 miles
Pass 18 May 2006 56,253 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

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

Nearside Rear coil spring worn (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring worn (2.4.C.1b)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

boot struts becoming weak

oil leak

How Reliable is the Honda Civic?

Based on 9,391,580 MOT tests across 693,715 vehicles.

73.7%
Pass Rate
6,044
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
693,715
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 307,913
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 187,316
Stop lamp not working 163,967
position lamp(s) not working 160,748
constant velocity joint gaiter split 132,914
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P573 PHU is a 1997 Honda Civic in Blue with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1997 Honda Civic models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.8% with a typical mileage of 86,182 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda Civic fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 307,913 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P573 PHU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Civic typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 29 years old, this Honda Civic is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P573 PHU registered?

P573 PHU is a 1997 Honda Civic, first registered on 30 May 1997.

Is P573 PHU safe to buy?

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