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R259 MTF

1997 Honda Civic

Red Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Dec 2015
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

144,777 mi
Last recorded144,777 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2014
Typical for 1997 Honda Civic86,182 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR259 MTF
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2014 144,777 miles

front and rear brake discs pitted

o/s/r wheel arch corroded

Pass 20 Nov 2013 143,184 miles

rear brake discs corroded

rear reg plate deteriated

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

front brake discs corroded

offside rear shock absorber misting

Fail 19 Nov 2013 143,176 miles

Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

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

front brake discs corroded

offside rear shock absorber misting

rear brake discs corroded

rear reg plate deteriated

Pass 31 Oct 2012 125,702 miles

rear no plate deterioted

Pass 11 Nov 2011 119,770 miles

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

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

under vehicle corroded

Pass 9 Nov 2010 116,219 miles

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

Nearside Rear 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 11 Nov 2009 96,638 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2008 86,831 miles

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

rear tyres old

Pass 12 Oct 2007 83,802 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2006 81,104 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Civic?

Based on 9,391,580 MOT tests across 693,715 vehicles.

73.7%
Pass Rate
6,044
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
693,715
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 307,913
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 187,316
Stop lamp not working 163,967
position lamp(s) not working 160,748
constant velocity joint gaiter split 132,914
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R259 MTF is a 1997 Honda Civic in Red with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1997 Honda Civic models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.8% with a typical mileage of 86,182 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda Civic fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 307,913 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R259 MTF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Civic typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 29 years old, this Honda Civic is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R259 MTF registered?

R259 MTF is a 1997 Honda Civic, first registered on 31 October 1997.

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