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P580 TVS

1997 Honda Civic

Red Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

125,316 mi
Last recorded125,316 miles
Recorded on18 May 2016
Typical for 1997 Honda Civic86,182 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP580 TVS
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 May 2016 125,316 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2015 121,302 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2014 115,734 miles
Pass 29 May 2013 110,144 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2012 105,069 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2011 98,572 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2010 91,109 miles

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

Pass 26 Mar 2009 85,323 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2009 85,321 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

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

Pass 7 Apr 2008 80,084 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2008 80,084 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Fail 3 Apr 2007 75,048 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 3 Apr 2007 75,048 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2006 71,690 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2006 71,690 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.6.D2)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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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P580 TVS is a 1997 Honda Civic in Red with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 P580 TVS, 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 P580 TVS registered?

P580 TVS is a 1997 Honda Civic, first registered on 1 April 1997.

Is P580 TVS safe to buy?

The MOT history for P580 TVS shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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