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R201 DGJ

1997 Honda Civic

Black Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2018
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

74,961 mi
Last recorded74,961 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2017
Typical for 1997 Honda Civic86,182 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR201 DGJ
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2017 74,961 miles

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Fail 18 Sep 2017 74,961 miles

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 21 Sep 2016 72,926 miles

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 10 Apr 2015 71,231 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 12 Apr 2014 69,418 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Oil leak

Fail 5 Apr 2013 68,577 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 5 Apr 2013 68,577 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2012 65,846 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

air bag light on

Pass 5 Apr 2012 65,846 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

air bag light on

Pass 24 Feb 2011 62,083 miles

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

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Fail 21 Feb 2011 62,035 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Passenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

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

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

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Pass 22 Feb 2010 58,148 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2010 58,148 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 17 Feb 2009 55,566 miles

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

Pass 17 Feb 2009 55,566 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2008 51,827 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2007 148,027 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2006 44,707 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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R201 DGJ is a 1997 Honda Civic in Black with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R201 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 R201 DGJ registered?

R201 DGJ is a 1997 Honda Civic, first registered on 15 September 1997.

Is R201 DGJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for R201 DGJ shows 18 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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