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R304 KGC

1997 Honda Civic

Green Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Nov 2015
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

89,109 mi
Last recorded89,109 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2014
Typical for 1997 Honda Civic86,182 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR304 KGC
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2014 89,109 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2014 89,009 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 14 Nov 2013 82,265 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2013 82,265 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 20 Nov 2012 77,146 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

centre exhaust box has slight leak

centre to rear exhaust joint very corroded

vehicle tested in wet

Pass 21 Nov 2011 71,488 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

both wipers poor condition

engine oiley

rear pads wearing thin

Pass 14 Sep 2010 64,713 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2009 58,383 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 16 Sep 2008 52,964 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2007 44,154 miles

Spare tyre defective

Fail 18 Sep 2007 44,154 miles

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

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 21 Sep 2006 35,247 miles

Damage to front number plate

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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R304 KGC is a 1997 Honda Civic in Green with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 R304 KGC, 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 R304 KGC registered?

R304 KGC is a 1997 Honda Civic, first registered on 12 November 1997.

Is R304 KGC safe to buy?

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