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R173 MJF

1997 Honda Accord

Blue Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Oct 2012
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

147,065 mi
Last recorded147,065 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2011
Typical for 1997 Honda Accord99,913 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR173 MJF
MakeHonda
ModelAccord
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2011 147,065 miles

Front bumper insecure

Pass 27 Sep 2010 137,215 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2010 137,215 miles

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 19 Sep 2009 124,006 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2009 124,006 miles

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

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 9 Oct 2008 112,970 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2008 112,970 miles

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

nearside front tyre wearing low

Pass 27 Jul 2007 104,707 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2006 95,710 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2005 82,541 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Accord?

Based on 2,311,969 MOT tests across 198,303 vehicles.

71.2%
Pass Rate
6,661
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
198,303
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 104,224
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 78,175
position lamp(s) not working 60,219
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 53,983
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 50,621
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R173 MJF is a 1997 Honda Accord in Blue with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1997 Honda Accord models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.3% with a typical mileage of 99,913 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda Accord fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 104,224 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R173 MJF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Accord typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 29 years old, this Honda Accord is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R173 MJF registered?

R173 MJF is a 1997 Honda Accord, first registered on 17 September 1997.

Is R173 MJF safe to buy?

The MOT history for R173 MJF shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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