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R278 XBT

1997 Honda Integra

White Petrol 1797cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jan 2012
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

102,542 mi
Last recorded102,542 miles
Recorded on17 Jan 2011
Typical for 1997 Honda Integra115,432 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR278 XBT
MakeHonda
ModelIntegra
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,797cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Jan 2011 102,542 miles

Both the rear brake discs are becoming corroded

Fail 21 Dec 2010 102,522 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)

Power steering disconnected where it is standard fitment (2.3.3a)

Power steering removed where it is standard fitment (2.3.3a)

Pass 24 Dec 2009 86,939 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Fail 16 Dec 2009 86,662 miles

Offside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear fog lamp emits a light other than red (1.3.2e)

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

Nearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 16 Dec 2008 70,033 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2008 69,134 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)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 10 Dec 2007 52,499 miles

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

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

Fail 7 Dec 2007 52,490 miles

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

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

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

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Nearside Steering locking device insecure (2.2.C.1g)

Nearside Upper Front suspension locking device missing (2.5.A.4)

Offside Front Service brake juddering severely (3.7.C.2)

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

Offside Rear Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)

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

Offside Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Offside Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)

Offside Upper Front suspension locking device missing (2.5.A.4)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Rear fog lamp switch missing (1.3.1a)

Offside Rear Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Service brake juddering slightly (3.7.C.2)

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

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

How Reliable is the Honda Integra?

Based on 52,340 MOT tests across 5,513 vehicles.

75.7%
Pass Rate
4,363
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
5,513
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,913
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 1,163
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 996
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 939
position lamp(s) not working 901
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R278 XBT is a 1997 Honda Integra in White with a 1,797cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1997 Honda Integra models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.5% with a typical mileage of 115,432 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 Integra fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 1,913 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R278 XBT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Integra typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 29 years old, this Honda Integra is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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R278 XBT is a 1997 Honda Integra, first registered on 1 December 1997.

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