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R288 NDC

1997 Honda Civic

Red Petrol 14983cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Apr 2012
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

115,052 mi
Last recorded115,052 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2011
Typical for 1997 Honda Civic86,182 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR288 NDC
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine14,983cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2011 115,052 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2010 104,429 miles

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

Pass 19 Mar 2009 98,337 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2009 98,337 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

both rear trail arm bushes splitting

Pass 3 Apr 2008 91,116 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Feb 2008 90,140 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2007 81,423 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2007 81,423 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

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

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

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

Offside Rear position lamp(s) incomplete (1.1.4a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear bumper insecure

slight play in o/s/f trackrod end.

Pass 25 Feb 2006 70,890 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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R288 NDC is a 1997 Honda Civic in Red with a 14,983cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 R288 NDC, 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 R288 NDC registered?

R288 NDC is a 1997 Honda Civic, first registered on 15 August 1997.

Is R288 NDC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R288 NDC shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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