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R217 WVX

1997 Honda Accord

Blue Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2020
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

127,528 mi
Last recorded127,528 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2019
Typical for 1997 Honda Accord99,913 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR217 WVX
MakeHonda
ModelAccord
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2019 127,528 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Front Antiroll bar bush split

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 5 Aug 2019 126,846 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective Both (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 7 Aug 2018 116,096 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2017 100,567 miles

Coolant leak ()

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

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

Fail 21 Jul 2017 100,566 miles

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

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

Coolant leak ()

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

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

Pass 4 Aug 2016 92,677 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2015 91,772 miles

Oil leak

Pass 29 Jul 2014 91,379 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2013 91,023 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2012 90,637 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2011 88,452 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2010 87,994 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 6 Aug 2009 86,563 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2008 85,068 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2007 81,512 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2006 75,319 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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R217 WVX is a 1997 Honda Accord in Blue with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 R217 WVX, 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 R217 WVX registered?

R217 WVX is a 1997 Honda Accord, first registered on 15 August 1997.

Is R217 WVX safe to buy?

The MOT history for R217 WVX shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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