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P796 MLU

1997 Honda Legend

Black Petrol 3474cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2010
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

178,111 mi
Last recorded178,111 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2009
Typical for 1997 Honda Legend102,054 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP796 MLU
MakeHonda
ModelLegend
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,474cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2009 178,111 miles
Pass 22 May 2008 174,287 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2007 171,755 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 6 Jun 2007 171,750 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 Apr 2006 167,731 miles

body damage

slight exhaust blow

washers poor

How Reliable is the Honda Legend?

Based on 39,583 MOT tests across 4,365 vehicles.

74.1%
Pass Rate
4,513
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
4,365
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,657
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 900
position lamp(s) not working 863
brake binding 853
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 783
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P796 MLU is a 1997 Honda Legend in Black with a 3,474cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1997 Honda Legend models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.4% with a typical mileage of 102,054 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda Legend fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 1,657 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P796 MLU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Legend typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 29 years old, this Honda Legend is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P796 MLU registered?

P796 MLU is a 1997 Honda Legend, first registered on 3 January 1997.

Is P796 MLU safe to buy?

The MOT history for P796 MLU shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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