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P712 MDT

1997 Honda Accord

Black Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Feb 2011
Tests10 (5 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

159,037 mi
Last recorded159,037 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2011
Typical for 1997 Honda Accord99,913 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP712 MDT
MakeHonda
ModelAccord
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

5 pass 5 fail
Fail 13 Jun 2011 159,037 miles

Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Nearside rear brake juddering severely (3.7.A.5b)

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside rear brake juddering severely (3.7.A.5b)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

srs warning light stays on

Pass 3 Feb 2010 151,539 miles

Exhaust pipe sealed with paste.

Rear brake discs in poor (corroded) condition

Fail 1 Feb 2010 151,539 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Exhaust pipe sealed with paste.

Rear brake discs in poor (corroded) condition

Pass 9 Feb 2009 145,415 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2009 145,307 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

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

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 12 Feb 2008 137,599 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2007 128,825 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2007 128,790 miles

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

Pass 25 Jan 2006 114,220 miles

near side rear brake slightly binding

Fail 24 Jan 2006 114,215 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Interior mirror insecure. Bonnet not completely locking

How Reliable is the Honda Accord?

Based on 2,311,969 MOT tests across 198,303 vehicles.

71.2%
Pass Rate
6,661
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
198,303
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 104,224
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 78,175
position lamp(s) not working 60,219
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 53,983
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 50,621
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P712 MDT is a 1997 Honda Accord in Black with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1997 Honda Accord models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.3% with a typical mileage of 99,913 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 Accord fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 104,224 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P712 MDT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Accord typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 29 years old, this Honda Accord is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P712 MDT registered?

P712 MDT is a 1997 Honda Accord, first registered on 15 March 1997.

Is P712 MDT safe to buy?

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