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P754 SFM

1997 Honda Civic

Silver Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2017
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

114,040 mi
Last recorded114,040 miles
Recorded on9 May 2016
Typical for 1997 Honda Civic86,182 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP754 SFM
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 9 May 2016 114,040 miles

Brake pipes starting to corrode

Chassis starting to corrode

Floor starting to corrode

Inner sills starting to corrode

Fail 9 May 2016 114,029 miles

Anti-roll bar linkage fractured Offside front (2.4.G.1)

Brake pipes starting to corrode

Chassis starting to corrode

Floor starting to corrode

Inner sills starting to corrode

Pass 6 May 2015 103,599 miles
Fail 6 May 2015 103,599 miles

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

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 16 May 2014 94,672 miles
Fail 16 May 2014 94,672 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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

Fail 8 May 2013 85,087 miles

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

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

Pass 8 May 2013 85,087 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2012 73,729 miles
Pass 11 May 2011 68,210 miles
Pass 27 May 2010 62,642 miles
Fail 27 May 2010 62,642 miles

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

Pass 19 May 2009 55,949 miles
Fail 6 May 2008 47,753 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 6 May 2008 47,753 miles
Pass 10 May 2007 36,772 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2006 30,989 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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P754 SFM is a 1997 Honda Civic in Silver with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 P754 SFM, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P754 SFM registered?

P754 SFM is a 1997 Honda Civic, first registered on 23 June 1997.

Is P754 SFM safe to buy?

The MOT history for P754 SFM shows 17 tests with a 64.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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