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P89 WNJ

1997 Honda Civic

Grey Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2015
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

76,272 mi
Last recorded76,272 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2014
Typical for 1997 Honda Civic86,182 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP89 WNJ
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year1997
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2014 76,272 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

rear axle bushs worn and split

Fail 24 Jul 2014 76,272 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

rear axle bushs worn and split

Pass 22 Apr 2013 67,213 miles

both front tyres getting low on tread(2.5mm)

Pass 25 Apr 2012 65,337 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2012 65,337 miles

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

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 17 Mar 2011 62,888 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2010 60,508 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2010 60,508 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 25 Mar 2009 56,778 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2008 53,043 miles

center stop light not working

Pass 28 Mar 2007 48,448 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2007 48,448 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 29 Mar 2006 44,294 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2006 44,292 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

eye level stop light not working

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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P89 WNJ is a 1997 Honda Civic in Grey with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 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 P89 WNJ, 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 P89 WNJ registered?

P89 WNJ is a 1997 Honda Civic, first registered on 26 March 1997.

Is P89 WNJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for P89 WNJ shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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