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R138 TLF

1997 Honda Civic

Grey Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Feb 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

115,913 mi
Last recorded115,913 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2013
Typical for 1997 Honda Civic86,182 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR138 TLF
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year1997
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Fail 5 Feb 2013 115,913 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 6 Feb 2012 110,796 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2011 105,658 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2010 100,539 miles

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

Pass 17 Feb 2009 95,367 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2008 89,619 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2007 83,521 miles

Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Pass 15 Feb 2006 77,013 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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R138 TLF is a 1997 Honda Civic in Grey with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 R138 TLF, 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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How do I check the history of R138 TLF?

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What year was R138 TLF registered?

R138 TLF is a 1997 Honda Civic, first registered on 30 September 1997.

Is R138 TLF safe to buy?

The MOT history for R138 TLF shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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