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R426 WLL

1998 Honda Legend

Blue Petrol 3474cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Oct 2026
Tests26 (19 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate73.1%

Mileage

173,263 mi
Last recorded173,263 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2025
Typical for 1998 Honda Legend96,835 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR426 WLL
MakeHonda
ModelLegend
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,474cc

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MOT History

19 pass 7 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2025 173,263 miles

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 12 Sep 2025 173,102 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chipped (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Sep 2024 172,726 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Sep 2023 169,815 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 8 Sep 2023 169,815 miles

Nearside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear brakes slightly binding

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

abs light on

Pass 2 Sep 2022 165,897 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

front brakes slightly sticking

Pass 3 Sep 2021 164,470 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Aug 2020 162,335 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 27 Aug 2020 162,335 miles

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 27 Aug 2019 160,953 miles

Offside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 27 Aug 2019 160,953 miles

Offside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Aug 2018 158,938 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2017 155,887 miles
Pass 26 May 2016 152,545 miles
Pass 26 May 2015 151,288 miles
Fail 26 May 2015 151,286 miles

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

Pass 9 May 2014 146,620 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2013 143,300 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2013 143,298 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 12 Jun 2012 136,674 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2012 136,671 miles

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

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Engine Malfunction Light illuminated.

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 19 May 2011 131,207 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2009 122,306 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2008 111,703 miles

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

Pass 15 Oct 2007 96,046 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2006 86,105 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Legend?

Based on 39,583 MOT tests across 4,365 vehicles.

74.1%
Pass Rate
4,513
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
4,365
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,657
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 900
position lamp(s) not working 863
brake binding 853
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 783
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R426 WLL is a 1998 Honda Legend in Blue with a 3,474cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.1%.

Across all 1998 Honda Legend models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.6% with a typical mileage of 96,835 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Honda Legend fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 1,657 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R426 WLL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Legend typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 28 years old, this Honda Legend is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R426 WLL registered?

R426 WLL is a 1998 Honda Legend, first registered on 9 April 1998.

Is R426 WLL safe to buy?

The MOT history for R426 WLL shows 26 tests with a 73.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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