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R228 MTF

1997 Honda Accord

Red Petrol 2156cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2025
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

129,329 mi
Last recorded129,329 miles
Recorded on1 May 2024
Typical for 1997 Honda Accord99,913 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR228 MTF
MakeHonda
ModelAccord
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,156cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 May 2024 129,329 miles

general underside of the vehicle is covered in heavy underseal

Pass 19 Apr 2017 128,371 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 125,631 miles
Pass 8 May 2015 122,672 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2015 122,667 miles

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 11 Apr 2014 117,393 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2013 112,570 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2012 108,442 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Pass 30 Apr 2011 104,808 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

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 27 Apr 2011 104,789 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

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 19 Apr 2010 99,685 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2009 95,143 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2008 90,137 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2007 84,670 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2006 80,183 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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R228 MTF is a 1997 Honda Accord in Red with a 2,156cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 R228 MTF, 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.

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What year was R228 MTF registered?

R228 MTF is a 1997 Honda Accord, first registered on 26 September 1997.

Is R228 MTF safe to buy?

The MOT history for R228 MTF shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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