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R242 ULW

1997 Honda Legend

Silver Petrol 3474cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2025
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

123,530 mi
Last recorded123,530 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2024
Typical for 1997 Honda Legend102,054 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR242 ULW
MakeHonda
ModelLegend
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,474cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2024 123,530 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2023 123,507 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2022 123,510 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 20 Apr 2022 123,510 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Apr 2021 120,171 miles

Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working high level inop (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Mar 2014 120,013 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2012 119,768 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2011 118,495 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2010 118,077 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2010 118,077 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 19 Aug 2009 114,855 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Aug 2008 108,470 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2007 101,607 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2006 94,467 miles

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

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

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

Pass 2 Sep 2005 86,748 miles

Nearside Front Upper Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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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R242 ULW is a 1997 Honda Legend in Silver with a 3,474cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 R242 ULW, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R242 ULW registered?

R242 ULW is a 1997 Honda Legend, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R242 ULW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R242 ULW 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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