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R288 TLM

1997 Honda Civic

Green Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Nov 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

90,206 mi
Last recorded90,206 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2013
Typical for 1997 Honda Civic86,182 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR288 TLM
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2013 90,206 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2012 85,930 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2011 82,249 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2010 78,087 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2009 74,858 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2008 71,451 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2007 67,643 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 24 Oct 2007 67,643 miles

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

Pass 13 Oct 2006 61,717 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 TLM is a 1997 Honda Civic in Green with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 TLM, 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 TLM registered?

R288 TLM is a 1997 Honda Civic, first registered on 15 November 1997.

Is R288 TLM safe to buy?

The MOT history for R288 TLM shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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