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R236 PRH

1997 Honda Legend

Blue Petrol 3474cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Oct 2011
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

107,513 mi
Last recorded107,513 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2011
Typical for 1997 Honda Legend102,054 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR236 PRH
MakeHonda
ModelLegend
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,474cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Fail 7 Oct 2011 107,513 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Fail 7 Oct 2011 107,513 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Pass 8 Oct 2010 106,137 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 15 Oct 2009 103,618 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2009 103,601 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting nut missing (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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

Battery insecure

Fail 7 Oct 2008 101,026 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

rear number plate letters becoming discolured

Pass 7 Oct 2008 101,026 miles

rear number plate letters becoming discolured

Pass 8 Oct 2007 97,185 miles

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

Pass 16 Oct 2006 91,970 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar synthetic mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

front brake discs starting to show signs of judder

How Reliable is the Honda Legend?

Based on 39,583 MOT tests across 4,365 vehicles.

74.1%
Pass Rate
4,513
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
4,365
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,657
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 900
position lamp(s) not working 863
brake binding 853
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 783
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R236 PRH is a 1997 Honda Legend in Blue with a 3,474cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

Across all 1997 Honda Legend models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.4% with a typical mileage of 102,054 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 Legend fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 1,657 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R236 PRH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Legend typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 29 years old, this Honda Legend is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R236 PRH registered?

R236 PRH is a 1997 Honda Legend, first registered on 21 August 1997.

Is R236 PRH safe to buy?

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