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P738 XTC

1997 Honda Accord

Silver Petrol 1849cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

116,268 mi
Last recorded116,268 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2007
Typical for 1997 Honda Accord99,913 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP738 XTC
MakeHonda
ModelAccord
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,849cc
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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2007 116,268 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 24 Mar 2006 109,690 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 24 Mar 2006 109,690 miles

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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P738 XTC is a 1997 Honda Accord in Silver with a 1,849cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 P738 XTC, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of P738 XTC?

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What year was P738 XTC registered?

P738 XTC is a 1997 Honda Accord, first registered on 19 December 1997.

Is P738 XTC safe to buy?

The MOT history for P738 XTC shows 3 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.

Does P738 XTC have outstanding finance?

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