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R126 DOK

1997 Honda Civic

Black Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jan 2021
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

52,952 mi
Last recorded52,952 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2019
Typical for 1997 Honda Civic86,182 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR126 DOK
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2019 52,952 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2018 48,864 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2017 45,711 miles

rear exhaust corroded

Pass 26 Jul 2016 44,816 miles

exhaust corroded

Pass 28 Jul 2015 43,538 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2014 42,401 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2013 40,836 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2012 39,153 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2011 37,285 miles

front tyres slight perishing

Pass 20 Jul 2010 35,460 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2010 35,460 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 23 Jul 2009 33,331 miles

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

both rear and n/s/f tyres slight perishing

Pass 23 Jul 2008 30,282 miles

all tyres slight perishing

Pass 25 Jul 2007 26,414 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 28 Jul 2006 23,879 miles

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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R126 DOK is a 1997 Honda Civic in Black with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 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 R126 DOK, 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 R126 DOK registered?

R126 DOK is a 1997 Honda Civic, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R126 DOK safe to buy?

The MOT history for R126 DOK shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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