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R790 VAW

1997 Honda Accord

Red Petrol 1850cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

77,144 mi
Last recorded77,144 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2016
Typical for 1997 Honda Accord99,913 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR790 VAW
MakeHonda
ModelAccord
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,850cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2016 77,144 miles

Coolant leak radiator ()

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Front suspension generally corroded

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Front Bumper insecure ()

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Bumper insecure ()

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

clutch fluid very low

Pass 11 Aug 2015 75,601 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

front and rear suspension components corroded

front number plate cracked but not likley to misread and still secure at time of test

unable to fully inspect brake pipes due to being covered with grease

unable to fully inspect outer sills due to covers being fitted

Pass 11 Aug 2014 73,460 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

corrision on front suspension

offside rear wheel arch/quarter panel corroded and holed almost in prescribed area for seat belt mounting

sill covers fitted not allowing full inspection of sills

Pass 6 Aug 2013 70,421 miles

Rear quarter panel corroded

Fail 5 Aug 2013 70,421 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Rear quarter panel corroded

Pass 9 Aug 2012 67,462 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2011 64,479 miles

Nearside Outer Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 11 Aug 2010 61,551 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

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

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Radiator worn/leaking

Pass 13 Aug 2009 58,091 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2008 54,555 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2007 50,955 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2006 46,274 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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R790 VAW is a 1997 Honda Accord in Red with a 1,850cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 R790 VAW, 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 R790 VAW registered?

R790 VAW is a 1997 Honda Accord, first registered on 28 August 1997.

Is R790 VAW safe to buy?

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