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P879 OLT

1997 Honda Legend

Maroon Petrol 3474cc
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MOT Status

Tests1 (0 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

122,358 mi
Last recorded122,358 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2006
Typical for 1997 Honda Legend102,054 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP879 OLT
MakeHonda
ModelLegend
Year1997
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,474cc

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MOT History

0 pass 1 fail
Fail 11 Oct 2006 122,358 miles

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

Nearside Front brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Front brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Rear brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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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P879 OLT is a 1997 Honda Legend in Maroon with a 3,474cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 P879 OLT, 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 P879 OLT registered?

P879 OLT is a 1997 Honda Legend, first registered on 19 May 1997.

Is P879 OLT safe to buy?

The MOT history for P879 OLT shows 1 test with a 0% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P879 OLT have outstanding finance?

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