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R404 UOY

1997 Honda Accord

Blue Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2016
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

44,005 mi
Last recorded44,005 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2015
Typical for 1997 Honda Accord99,913 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR404 UOY
MakeHonda
ModelAccord
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2015 44,005 miles
Pass 24 May 2014 41,077 miles
Fail 24 May 2014 41,077 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 30 May 2013 38,632 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 21 May 2012 37,298 miles
Fail 21 May 2012 37,291 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

oil leak

Pass 3 Jun 2011 36,113 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 3 Jun 2011 36,113 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Rear registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 8 Jun 2010 33,836 miles

advise front brake pad wear

advise offside front tyre wear inner edge

Pass 5 Jun 2009 31,843 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2008 29,800 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2007 27,441 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2006 22,936 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2006 22,936 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 17 Dec 2005 22,619 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2005 22,619 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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R404 UOY is a 1997 Honda Accord in Blue with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 R404 UOY, 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

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What year was R404 UOY registered?

R404 UOY is a 1997 Honda Accord, first registered on 24 January 1997.

Is R404 UOY safe to buy?

The MOT history for R404 UOY shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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