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P635 VBM

1997 Honda Civic

Red Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Apr 2016
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

60,123 mi
Last recorded60,123 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2015
Typical for 1997 Honda Civic86,182 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP635 VBM
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2015 60,123 miles

Nearside front shock absorber slight misting of oil

Offside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside rear shock absorber slight misting of oil

Fail 7 Apr 2015 60,123 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside front shock absorber slight misting of oil

Offside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside rear shock absorber slight misting of oil

Pass 21 Mar 2014 59,085 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 11 Mar 2013 58,020 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2012 56,762 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 8 Mar 2012 56,762 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2011 55,313 miles

Offside front tyre side wall perished.

Fail 23 Mar 2011 55,313 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside front tyre side wall perished.

Pass 24 Mar 2010 53,256 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2009 51,308 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2009 51,305 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 13 Mar 2008 48,648 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2007 46,050 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2007 46,050 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 29 Mar 2006 43,299 miles

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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P635 VBM 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 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 P635 VBM, 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 P635 VBM registered?

P635 VBM is a 1997 Honda Civic, first registered on 12 May 1997.

Is P635 VBM safe to buy?

The MOT history for P635 VBM shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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