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R163 FTM

1998 Honda Shuttle

Blue Petrol 2254cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Mar 2013
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

100,000 mi
Last recorded100,000 miles
Recorded on15 Mar 2012
Typical for 1998 Honda Shuttle105,182 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR163 FTM
MakeHonda
ModelShuttle
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,254cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Mar 2012 100,000 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 7 Feb 2011 94,818 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2011 94,814 miles

Centre Stop lamp obscured more than 50% (1.2.1c)

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)

Pass 30 Jan 2010 39,776 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2010 39,776 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 30 Jan 2009 85,193 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2009 85,193 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

middle brake light only one third works

Pass 29 Jan 2008 83,773 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2008 83,773 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 31 Jan 2007 78,580 miles

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

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 31 Jan 2006 68,012 miles

Rear Sub-frame slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)

rear no plate deteriating n/s/f tyre worn on side walls rear bumper damadged + loose

How Reliable is the Honda Shuttle?

Based on 52,792 MOT tests across 4,745 vehicles.

69.6%
Pass Rate
5,883
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
4,745
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 3,787
position lamp(s) not working 2,053
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 1,849
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1,441
Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault 1,265
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R163 FTM is a 1998 Honda Shuttle in Blue with a 2,254cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 1998 Honda Shuttle models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.0% with a typical mileage of 105,182 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Honda Shuttle fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 3,787 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R163 FTM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Shuttle typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 28 years old, this Honda Shuttle is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R163 FTM?

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What year was R163 FTM registered?

R163 FTM is a 1998 Honda Shuttle, first registered on 11 May 1998.

Is R163 FTM safe to buy?

The MOT history for R163 FTM shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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