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R47 XKL

1997 Honda Accord

Red Petrol 1996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

114,413 mi
Last recorded114,413 miles
Recorded on30 May 2017
Typical for 1997 Honda Accord99,913 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR47 XKL
MakeHonda
ModelAccord
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,996cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 May 2017 114,413 miles

front springs rusting

upper and lower arms rusting

Pass 4 Apr 2016 114,102 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 113,948 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2014 113,640 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2013 113,501 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

rear brake discs corroded

Pass 5 Apr 2012 112,426 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2011 111,774 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2010 109,408 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 30 Mar 2010 109,408 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 26 Mar 2009 106,525 miles

nearside rear brake binding slightly

Pass 11 Apr 2008 103,949 miles

slight binding to n/s/r brake

Fail 11 Apr 2008 103,949 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

slight binding to n/s/r brake

Pass 3 Apr 2007 99,184 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2006 94,482 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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R47 XKL is a 1997 Honda Accord in Red with a 1,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 R47 XKL, 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 R47 XKL registered?

R47 XKL is a 1997 Honda Accord, first registered on 29 August 1997.

Is R47 XKL safe to buy?

The MOT history for R47 XKL shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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