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R358 VVU

1997 Honda Accord

Red Petrol 1849cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jan 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

93,552 mi
Last recorded93,552 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2013
Typical for 1997 Honda Accord99,913 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR358 VVU
MakeHonda
ModelAccord
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,849cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2013 93,552 miles

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Fail 16 Jan 2013 93,552 miles

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

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

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 5 Jan 2012 90,392 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2011 86,882 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2010 83,536 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2009 79,488 miles

nearside headlamp aim not fully defined and condensation

srs light on

Pass 8 Jan 2008 75,672 miles

slight deterioration front and rear numberplates

Pass 9 Jan 2007 71,134 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2006 66,249 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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R358 VVU is a 1997 Honda Accord in Red with a 1,849cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 R358 VVU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R358 VVU?

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What year was R358 VVU registered?

R358 VVU is a 1997 Honda Accord, first registered on 27 October 1997.

Is R358 VVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R358 VVU 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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