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R179 DGJ

1997 Honda Civic

Blue Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2018
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

62,704 mi
Last recorded62,704 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2017
Typical for 1997 Honda Civic86,182 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR179 DGJ
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Nov 2017 62,704 miles

body damage to nearside of car

Pass 6 Apr 2017 60,494 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2016 58,992 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2015 57,699 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2014 55,889 miles

advise centre exhaust corroded

advise wiper blades split

Pass 15 Apr 2013 52,956 miles

both front tyres tred worn

exhuast pipe corroded

Pass 16 Apr 2012 50,158 miles

center exhaust very rusty

slight scratch offside windscreen

Pass 27 Apr 2011 47,403 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2010 43,678 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2009 41,125 miles

rear registration plate deteriorating

rear tyre conditions deteriorating

Fail 29 Apr 2009 41,125 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

front tyres wearing low on edges,genral condition deteriorating

rear registration plate deteriorating

rear tyre conditions deteriorating

Pass 9 Jun 2008 38,756 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 17 May 2007 35,808 miles

rear registration plate deteriorating

Pass 9 May 2006 32,013 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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R179 DGJ is a 1997 Honda Civic in Blue with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 R179 DGJ, 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 R179 DGJ registered?

R179 DGJ is a 1997 Honda Civic, first registered on 12 September 1997.

Is R179 DGJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for R179 DGJ shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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