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R261 MTF

1997 Honda Civic

Blue Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2019
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

95,616 mi
Last recorded95,616 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2018
Typical for 1997 Honda Civic86,182 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR261 MTF
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2018 95,616 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Oil leak ()

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 28 Mar 2018 95,616 miles

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

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Oil leak ()

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 21 Mar 2017 89,380 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Damaged (6.3.1d)

Oil leak Engine ()

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal steering rack (2.3.3b)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 18 Mar 2016 83,044 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

child seat fitted

presenter adviced

Fail 18 Mar 2016 83,044 miles

Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

child seat fitted

presenter adviced

Pass 23 Mar 2015 76,504 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 21 Mar 2015 76,504 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 17 Mar 2014 70,581 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

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

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

front registration plate damaged

Pass 16 Mar 2013 64,425 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 16 Mar 2013 64,425 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 14 Mar 2012 61,026 miles

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

Pass 1 Mar 2011 58,489 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

sill covers fitted.

Pass 2 Mar 2010 56,467 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2009 54,641 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2009 54,641 miles

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

Pass 26 Feb 2008 52,513 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2007 50,264 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2007 50,264 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Pass 28 Feb 2006 45,914 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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R261 MTF is a 1997 Honda Civic in Blue with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 R261 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 R261 MTF registered?

R261 MTF is a 1997 Honda Civic, first registered on 31 October 1997.

Is R261 MTF safe to buy?

The MOT history for R261 MTF shows 19 tests with a 68.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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