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P765 SFM

1997 Honda Civic

Red Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Dec 2019
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

80,217 mi
Last recorded80,217 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2018
Typical for 1997 Honda Civic86,182 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP765 SFM
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2018 80,217 miles

both front hose ferrules corroded

both trailing arm bushes deteriorated

corrosion both front brake pipes to hose

corrosion both rear brake pipes to cylinder

corrosion both rear brake pipes to hose

Pass 14 Dec 2017 79,396 miles

both front hose ferrules corroded

both trailing arm bushes deteriorated

corrosion both front brake pipes to hose

corrosion both rear brake pipes to cylinder

corrosion both rear brake pipes to hose

Pass 12 Dec 2016 78,310 miles

corrosion both rear brake pipes to caliper

corrosion offside front brake pipe to hose

corrosion offside rear brake pipe to hose

cracking both rear tyrtes

staining offside rear brake back plate

Pass 14 Dec 2015 77,230 miles

both front to rear and both rear metal brake pipes corroded badly

both rear tyre badly perished

Fail 14 Dec 2015 77,230 miles

Nearside Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.4.G.4e)

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

both front to rear and both rear metal brake pipes corroded badly

both rear tyre badly perished

Pass 15 Dec 2014 76,384 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2013 76,038 miles

battery/starter motor

Pass 17 Dec 2012 75,809 miles

Both front tyres

plastic side skirts fitted

Pass 19 Dec 2011 75,468 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2011 75,468 miles

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

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 16 Dec 2010 74,783 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2009 74,307 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2009 74,307 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Fail 15 Dec 2008 73,974 miles

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

Pass 15 Dec 2008 73,974 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2007 72,074 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2006 66,195 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2005 63,839 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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P765 SFM is a 1997 Honda Civic in Red with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 P765 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.

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What year was P765 SFM registered?

P765 SFM is a 1997 Honda Civic, first registered on 30 April 1997.

Is P765 SFM safe to buy?

The MOT history for P765 SFM shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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