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R315 TLM

1997 Honda Accord

Red Petrol 2156cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2016
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

44,462 mi
Last recorded44,462 miles
Recorded on30 Nov 2015
Typical for 1997 Honda Accord99,913 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR315 TLM
MakeHonda
ModelAccord
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,156cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Nov 2015 44,462 miles

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

Pass 17 Nov 2014 41,580 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2014 41,578 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Pass 20 Nov 2013 38,107 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 19 Oct 2012 32,848 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2012 32,848 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 30 Nov 2011 28,368 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Fail 30 Nov 2011 28,368 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Centre Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 2 Dec 2010 22,156 miles

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 27 Nov 2009 18,981 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2008 18,415 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2007 17,888 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2006 17,077 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2005 16,253 miles

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

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

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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R315 TLM is a 1997 Honda Accord in Red with a 2,156cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 R315 TLM, 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 R315 TLM registered?

R315 TLM is a 1997 Honda Accord, first registered on 30 November 1997.

Is R315 TLM safe to buy?

The MOT history for R315 TLM shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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