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R199 MTF

1997 Honda Civic

Red Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Nov 2016
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

99,177 mi
Last recorded99,177 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2015
Typical for 1997 Honda Civic86,182 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR199 MTF
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2015 99,177 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2014 92,640 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 12 Nov 2014 92,640 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Nov 2013 85,082 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 14 Nov 2012 79,073 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2012 79,060 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 5 Nov 2011 72,682 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2010 62,987 miles

O/s/f tyre worn on inner edge.

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

Fail 30 Oct 2010 62,987 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

O/s/f tyre worn on inner edge.

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

Pass 29 Oct 2009 60,873 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2008 54,963 miles

Both rear traling arm bushes split .

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 23 Sep 2008 54,963 miles

Both rear traling arm bushes split .

Pass 8 Sep 2007 47,555 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2007 45,139 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Jan 2006 40,002 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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R199 MTF is a 1997 Honda Civic in Red with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 R199 MTF, 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 R199 MTF registered?

R199 MTF is a 1997 Honda Civic, first registered on 29 August 1997.

Is R199 MTF safe to buy?

The MOT history for R199 MTF shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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