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R60 TDE

1997 Honda Accord

Silver Petrol 1996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Dec 2022
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

49,282 mi
Last recorded49,282 miles
Recorded on30 Dec 2021
Typical for 1997 Honda Accord99,913 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR60 TDE
MakeHonda
ModelAccord
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,996cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Dec 2021 49,282 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 16 Aug 2019 49,010 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 12 Dec 2017 47,347 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2016 46,356 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2016 46,356 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 26 Nov 2015 44,215 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2014 41,888 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2013 38,308 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2013 38,308 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Outer Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 19 Oct 2012 32,781 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2011 28,601 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2010 25,079 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2010 25,079 miles

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

Pass 29 Oct 2009 18,437 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2008 13,710 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2007 9,053 miles

Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

Pass 26 Oct 2006 2,462 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2006 2,462 miles

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

Pass 8 Aug 2006 2,380 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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R60 TDE is a 1997 Honda Accord in Silver with a 1,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 R60 TDE, 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 R60 TDE registered?

R60 TDE is a 1997 Honda Accord, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R60 TDE safe to buy?

The MOT history for R60 TDE shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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