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P863 APK

1997 Honda Civic

Silver Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Dec 2021
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

74,946 mi
Last recorded74,946 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2020
Typical for 1997 Honda Civic86,182 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP863 APK
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2020 74,946 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2019 66,626 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

n/s washer weak

Pass 2 Nov 2018 60,982 miles

rear no plate starting to delaminate

Pass 13 Nov 2017 56,781 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2016 52,300 miles

rear no plate starting to delaminate

Fail 19 Oct 2016 52,294 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

rear no plate starting to delaminate

Pass 6 Nov 2015 47,500 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2014 44,320 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2013 41,096 miles

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 30 Oct 2012 40,410 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2011 39,345 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 7 Nov 2011 39,345 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2010 37,651 miles

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 22 Oct 2009 35,784 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2008 32,210 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2007 29,857 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2006 27,918 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2006 27,915 miles

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

front brake discs rusty

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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P863 APK is a 1997 Honda Civic in Silver with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 P863 APK, 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 P863 APK registered?

P863 APK is a 1997 Honda Civic, first registered on 3 January 1997.

Is P863 APK safe to buy?

The MOT history for P863 APK shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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