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R640 KAR

1997 Honda Odyssey

Blue Petrol 2250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2014
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

129,237 mi
Last recorded129,237 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2013
Typical for 1997 Honda Odyssey131,290 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR640 KAR
MakeHonda
ModelOdyssey
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,250cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2013 129,237 miles

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

Fail 22 Oct 2013 129,237 miles

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

Front Brake lining(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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

Rear Brake lining(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

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 10 Oct 2012 127,470 miles

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

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

Fail 10 Oct 2012 127,470 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

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

Pass 2 Nov 2011 124,026 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2010 115,729 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2010 115,729 miles

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

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

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 8 Oct 2009 86,790 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Oil leak

Pass 16 Oct 2008 59,927 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2007 45,386 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Odyssey?

Based on 18,538 MOT tests across 2,632 vehicles.

71.7%
Pass Rate
7,474
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
2,632
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 836
Steering rack gaiter split 662
fog lamp not working 565
constant velocity joint gaiter split 477
position lamp(s) not working 452
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R640 KAR is a 1997 Honda Odyssey in Blue with a 2,250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1997 Honda Odyssey models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.4% with a typical mileage of 131,290 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda Odyssey fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 836 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R640 KAR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Odyssey typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 29 years old, this Honda Odyssey is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R640 KAR registered?

R640 KAR is a 1997 Honda Odyssey, first registered on 1 September 1997.

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