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R668 GTL

1997 Honda Shuttle

Blue Petrol 2156cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Feb 2012
Tests13 (6 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate46.2%

Mileage

114,665 mi
Last recorded114,665 miles
Recorded on22 Feb 2011
Typical for 1997 Honda Shuttle110,250 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR668 GTL
MakeHonda
ModelShuttle
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,156cc

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MOT History

6 pass 7 fail
Pass 22 Feb 2011 114,665 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2011 114,654 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Fail 7 Feb 2011 114,632 miles

Exhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Offside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 18 Jan 2010 101,957 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 18 Jan 2010 101,957 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 27 Jan 2009 92,515 miles

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

Oil leak

Fail 23 Jan 2009 92,484 miles

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 29 Jan 2008 87,924 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2008 87,871 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 25 Jan 2007 82,313 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2007 82,313 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 27 Jan 2006 76,804 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2006 76,889 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

How Reliable is the Honda Shuttle?

Based on 52,792 MOT tests across 4,745 vehicles.

69.6%
Pass Rate
5,883
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
4,745
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 3,787
position lamp(s) not working 2,053
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 1,849
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1,441
Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault 1,265
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R668 GTL is a 1997 Honda Shuttle in Blue with a 2,156cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 46.2%.

Across all 1997 Honda Shuttle models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.7% with a typical mileage of 110,250 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 Shuttle fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 3,787 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R668 GTL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Shuttle typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 29 years old, this Honda Shuttle is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R668 GTL registered?

R668 GTL is a 1997 Honda Shuttle, first registered on 14 October 1997.

Is R668 GTL safe to buy?

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