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R314 TLF

1997 Honda Accord

Green Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2016
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

150,152 mi
Last recorded150,152 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2015
Typical for 1997 Honda Accord99,913 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR314 TLF
MakeHonda
ModelAccord
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2015 150,152 miles

fuel filler pipe covered in filler and uder seal but not leaking at time of test

rear axcle bushes cracked but no movment

tape covering srs light on dash

Pass 10 Aug 2015 72,765 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2014 143,347 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2014 143,346 miles

Offside Front Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 8 Oct 2013 136,505 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Oct 2012 133,180 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2012 133,180 miles

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 19 Oct 2011 129,284 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2010 125,221 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2010 125,218 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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

Pass 15 Oct 2009 120,157 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2008 112,559 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2007 102,553 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2007 102,533 miles

Centre Front Parking brake lever is impeded in its travel (3.1.6c)

Nearside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Front Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 23 Oct 2006 91,041 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Accord?

Based on 2,311,969 MOT tests across 198,303 vehicles.

71.2%
Pass Rate
6,661
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
198,303
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 104,224
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 78,175
position lamp(s) not working 60,219
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 53,983
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 50,621
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R314 TLF is a 1997 Honda Accord in Green with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 1997 Honda Accord models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.3% with a typical mileage of 99,913 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda Accord fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 104,224 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R314 TLF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Accord typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 29 years old, this Honda Accord is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R314 TLF registered?

R314 TLF is a 1997 Honda Accord, first registered on 21 October 1997.

Is R314 TLF safe to buy?

The MOT history for R314 TLF shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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