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P97 PHT

1996 Honda -

Green Petrol 1520cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Aug 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

74,251 mi
Last recorded74,251 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2026
Typical for 1996 Honda -37,414 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP97 PHT
MakeHonda
Model-
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,520cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2026 74,251 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2026 74,224 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Aug 2025 73,884 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2024 73,028 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2023 72,615 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2022 72,403 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2021 72,079 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2020 70,967 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2020 70,887 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 Jul 2019 69,370 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2018 63,947 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2017 63,942 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2016 62,828 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2015 59,156 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2014 52,391 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 30 Sep 2013 42,856 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2012 36,260 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2011 33,230 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2010 30,719 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

offside front running light not working.not a testable item

Fail 22 Sep 2010 30,707 miles

Rear Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

offside front running light not working.not a testable item

How Reliable is the Honda -?

Based on 4,421 MOT tests across 336 vehicles.

87.9%
Pass Rate
950
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
336
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 42
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 28
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 22
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 20
Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation 18
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P97 PHT is a 1996 Honda - in Green with a 1,520cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 1996 Honda - models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.5% with a typical mileage of 37,414 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda - fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 42 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P97 PHT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda - typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 30 years old, this Honda - is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was P97 PHT registered?

P97 PHT is a 1996 Honda -, first registered on 1 August 1996.

Is P97 PHT safe to buy?

The MOT history for P97 PHT shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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