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P980 UFB

1997 Honda Civic

Grey Diesel 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2020
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

136,420 mi
Last recorded136,420 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2020
Typical for 1997 Honda Civic86,182 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP980 UFB
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year1997
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Fail 22 Sep 2020 136,420 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible Existing halogen headlamp units should not be converted to be used with HID bulbs. (4.1.4 (c))

Offside Front Body component damaged and likely to cause injury front bumper damaged (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor/chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible Existing halogen headlamp units should not be converted to be used with HID bulbs. (4.1.4 (c))

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm inside edge (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi joint (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor/chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt slightly damaged slight fraying on edge of belt (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

front bumper loose

Pass 30 Sep 2019 131,729 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2019 131,729 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Pass 19 Sep 2018 130,099 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2018 130,097 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Pass 21 Sep 2017 125,016 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output both sides (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Oil leak ()

Rear suspension components corroded

Fail 19 Sep 2017 124,994 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Rear Registration plate lamp not working both (1.1.C.1d)

Front Headlamp aim too high both (1.8)

Pass 14 Sep 2016 118,287 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2015 109,547 miles

items removed from windscreen prior to test

Fail 18 Sep 2015 109,547 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

items removed from windscreen prior to test

Fail 9 Sep 2014 97,546 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

n/s headlamp lense deteriorated and image faint

n/s/f tyre below 3.mm tread

o/s/f tyre 3.mm tread and bald inner edge

outer cv boots perished

rear tyres below 3.mm tread and edges worn

Pass 9 Sep 2014 97,546 miles

n/s headlamp lense deteriorated and image faint

n/s/f tyre below 3.mm tread

o/s/f tyre 3.mm tread and bald inner edge

outer cv boots perished

rear tyres below 3.mm tread and edges worn

Pass 6 Sep 2013 95,717 miles

slight scratches windscreen

Fail 30 Aug 2013 95,150 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

slight scratches windscreen

Pass 1 Sep 2012 91,212 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2011 86,719 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

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

Pass 24 Mar 2011 86,598 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

N/S headlamp aim slightly blurred

Pass 27 Mar 2010 83,285 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2009 76,735 miles

Nearside Outer Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

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

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

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

Pass 1 Apr 2008 71,884 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Feb 2007 63,921 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2006 57,541 miles

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

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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P980 UFB is a 1997 Honda Civic in Grey with a 1,493cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 P980 UFB, 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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P980 UFB is a 1997 Honda Civic, first registered on 12 February 1997.

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