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R790 SJM

1997 Honda Accord

Blue Petrol 1996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2015
Tests16 (9 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate56.3%

Mileage

143,392 mi
Last recorded143,392 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2014
Typical for 1997 Honda Accord99,913 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR790 SJM
MakeHonda
ModelAccord
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,996cc

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MOT History

9 pass 7 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2014 143,392 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2013 142,316 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Fail 21 Sep 2013 142,316 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 20 Sep 2012 141,643 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2011 139,877 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2010 139,065 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Oil leak

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Fail 22 Sep 2010 139,065 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

Rear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Oil leak

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

rear brake discs corroded

Pass 1 Sep 2009 137,309 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2009 137,399 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)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 9 Sep 2008 135,498 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2008 135,485 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

rear brake hose ferrels corroded

Pass 25 Aug 2007 133,541 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2007 133,541 miles

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

Fail 26 Jun 2007 133,340 miles

Front registration plate obscured (6.3.1d)

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

Pass 31 Mar 2006 128,410 miles

n/s/f tyre worn on outer edge.

rear indicator bulbs slightly discoloured

suspect front brake pads low on lining material (cannot see to judge)

Fail 30 Mar 2006 128,399 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

n/s/f tyre worn on outer edge.

rear indicator bulbs slightly discoloured

suspect front brake pads low on lining material.

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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R790 SJM is a 1997 Honda Accord in Blue with a 1,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 56.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R790 SJM, 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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R790 SJM is a 1997 Honda Accord, first registered on 30 October 1997.

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