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R834 MAB

1997 Honda Accord

Black Petrol 2156cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2010
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

172,025 mi
Last recorded172,025 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2009
Typical for 1997 Honda Accord99,913 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR834 MAB
MakeHonda
ModelAccord
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,156cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Fail 27 Feb 2009 172,025 miles

Centre Front Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

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

Centre Rear Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Oil leak

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

SRS light displayed

alternator belt splitted

nearside front brake caliper mount bolt loosened

Pass 27 Feb 2009 172,025 miles

Centre Front Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Oil leak

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

SRS light displayed

alternator belt splitted

nearside front brake caliper mount bolt loosened

Pass 29 Feb 2008 166,158 miles

Centre Front Lower Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Oil leak

Fail 28 Feb 2007 160,056 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Outer Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Pass 28 Feb 2007 160,056 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 28 Feb 2006 153,502 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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R834 MAB is a 1997 Honda Accord in Black with a 2,156cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 R834 MAB, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R834 MAB registered?

R834 MAB is a 1997 Honda Accord, first registered on 30 October 1997.

Is R834 MAB safe to buy?

The MOT history for R834 MAB shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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