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R604 DNJ

1997 Honda Accord

Black Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2011
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

147,072 mi
Last recorded147,072 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2010
Typical for 1997 Honda Accord99,913 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR604 DNJ
MakeHonda
ModelAccord
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2010 147,072 miles

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

OS wiper weak

rear number plate weak

Pass 11 Sep 2009 145,034 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2008 142,159 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2008 142,157 miles

Centre Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

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

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

Pass 16 Jul 2007 137,485 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2006 131,126 miles

both front tyres worn on edges

eye line stop light is inopertive

Pass 14 Jul 2005 118,459 miles

nsf has side wall damage

osf wiper blade starting to split

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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R604 DNJ is a 1997 Honda Accord in Black with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 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 R604 DNJ, 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 R604 DNJ registered?

R604 DNJ is a 1997 Honda Accord, first registered on 17 October 1997.

Is R604 DNJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for R604 DNJ shows 7 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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