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R155 WLU

1998 Honda Legend

Silver Petrol 3474cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jan 2021
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

99,870 mi
Last recorded99,870 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2019
Typical for 1998 Honda Legend96,835 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR155 WLU
MakeHonda
ModelLegend
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,474cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2019 99,870 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2018 97,296 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2017 94,074 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

engine covers & undertrays fitted restricting inspection

Pass 13 Jun 2016 91,756 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2016 91,756 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 7 Sep 2015 88,419 miles

Exhaust rear heat shield loose

Offside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.D.4)

Fail 28 Aug 2015 88,346 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Exhaust rear heat shield loose

Offside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.D.4)

Pass 9 Sep 2014 86,883 miles

high level stop lamp inop

Fail 9 Sep 2014 86,883 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

high level stop lamp inop

Pass 20 Sep 2013 84,278 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 19 Sep 2012 76,686 miles

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

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 19 Oct 2010 66,309 miles
Pass 6 May 2009 57,206 miles
Fail 5 May 2009 57,190 miles

Centre Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 14 Apr 2008 50,815 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2006 42,869 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Legend?

Based on 39,583 MOT tests across 4,365 vehicles.

74.1%
Pass Rate
4,513
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
4,365
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,657
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 900
position lamp(s) not working 863
brake binding 853
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 783
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R155 WLU is a 1998 Honda Legend in Silver with a 3,474cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1998 Honda Legend models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.6% with a typical mileage of 96,835 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda Legend fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 1,657 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R155 WLU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Legend typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 28 years old, this Honda Legend is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R155 WLU?

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What year was R155 WLU registered?

R155 WLU is a 1998 Honda Legend, first registered on 29 May 1998.

Is R155 WLU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R155 WLU shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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