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R707 ULW

1997 Honda Legend

Silver Petrol 3474cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2023
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

88,613 mi
Last recorded88,613 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2022
Typical for 1997 Honda Legend102,054 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR707 ULW
MakeHonda
ModelLegend
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,474cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2022 88,613 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 16 Jul 2022 88,613 miles

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot missing (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 16 Jul 2021 86,127 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2021 86,127 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Pass 27 Mar 2020 82,504 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2020 82,504 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 14 Aug 2018 77,988 miles

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. Parking Brake Efficiency 19% Nearside Rear Parking Brake Efficiency Low (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Mar 2017 76,838 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2016 74,688 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 3 Mar 2015 72,037 miles

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

offside front steering arm has slight play in it

Pass 18 Feb 2014 68,334 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2013 66,332 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2012 63,921 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2011 61,645 miles

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

Pass 28 Jan 2010 58,517 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2009 55,833 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2008 51,869 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2008 51,861 miles

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

Pass 31 Jan 2007 47,750 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2006 44,295 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Legend?

Based on 39,583 MOT tests across 4,365 vehicles.

74.1%
Pass Rate
4,513
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
4,365
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,657
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 900
position lamp(s) not working 863
brake binding 853
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 783
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R707 ULW is a 1997 Honda Legend in Silver with a 3,474cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1997 Honda Legend models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.4% with a typical mileage of 102,054 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda Legend fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 1,657 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R707 ULW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Legend typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 29 years old, this Honda Legend is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R707 ULW registered?

R707 ULW is a 1997 Honda Legend, first registered on 26 August 1997.

Is R707 ULW safe to buy?

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