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P968 XTG

1997 Honda Accord

White Petrol 1996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Feb 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

170,892 mi
Last recorded170,892 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2017
Typical for 1997 Honda Accord99,913 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP968 XTG
MakeHonda
ModelAccord
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,996cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Feb 2017 170,892 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2016 169,603 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2015 168,562 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2014 167,671 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2013 166,933 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2012 166,258 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2011 165,258 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2010 164,261 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2009 162,769 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2009 162,769 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

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

Pass 14 Mar 2008 161,162 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2007 159,417 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2006 157,786 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Accord?

Based on 2,311,969 MOT tests across 198,303 vehicles.

71.2%
Pass Rate
6,661
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
198,303
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 104,224
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 78,175
position lamp(s) not working 60,219
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 53,983
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 50,621
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P968 XTG is a 1997 Honda Accord in White with a 1,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1997 Honda Accord models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.3% with a typical mileage of 99,913 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda Accord fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 104,224 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P968 XTG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Accord typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 29 years old, this Honda Accord is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of P968 XTG?

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What year was P968 XTG registered?

P968 XTG is a 1997 Honda Accord, first registered on 1 May 1997.

Is P968 XTG safe to buy?

The MOT history for P968 XTG shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P968 XTG have outstanding finance?

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