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R287 WVX

1997 Honda Civic

Grey Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Nov 2010
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

147,961 mi
Last recorded147,961 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2009
Typical for 1997 Honda Civic86,182 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR287 WVX
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year1997
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2009 147,961 miles

Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Rear Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Suspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

off side tyre worn inner edges

Fail 20 Nov 2009 147,961 miles

Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Rear Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Suspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

off side tyre worn inner edges

Pass 22 Sep 2008 133,359 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2008 133,359 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 12 Sep 2007 128,959 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2006 122,530 miles

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

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 13 Sep 2005 121,517 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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R287 WVX is a 1997 Honda Civic in Grey with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 R287 WVX, 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 R287 WVX registered?

R287 WVX is a 1997 Honda Civic, first registered on 18 August 1997.

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