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R230 TLF

1997 Honda Accord

Green Petrol 2156cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2017
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

100,288 mi
Last recorded100,288 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2016
Typical for 1997 Honda Accord99,913 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR230 TLF
MakeHonda
ModelAccord
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,156cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2016 100,288 miles

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

Fail 27 Apr 2016 100,288 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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

Pass 17 Jun 2015 95,682 miles

advise o/s/f brake pads low

advise o/s/f brakes binding slightly

advise rear brake pads low

Pass 28 May 2014 89,819 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2013 81,971 miles

both front tyres worn on inside edge

Pass 22 Nov 2011 74,039 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2011 74,038 miles

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

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

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

Pass 25 Oct 2010 67,873 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

general rust to suspension parts ok at time of test

Pass 7 Oct 2009 63,966 miles

Slight damage to O/S/F wheel rim.

Pass 10 Oct 2008 60,551 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

front engine mount split

rocker cover gasket leaking

Pass 12 Oct 2007 56,058 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2006 51,498 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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R230 TLF is a 1997 Honda Accord in Green with a 2,156cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 R230 TLF, 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 R230 TLF registered?

R230 TLF is a 1997 Honda Accord, first registered on 21 October 1997.

Is R230 TLF safe to buy?

The MOT history for R230 TLF shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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