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R917 SLF

1997 Honda Accord

Green Petrol 2156cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

49,966 mi
Last recorded49,966 miles
Recorded on11 May 2016
Typical for 1997 Honda Accord99,913 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR917 SLF
MakeHonda
ModelAccord
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,156cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 May 2016 49,966 miles
Fail 27 May 2015 46,159 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 27 May 2015 46,159 miles

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

Pass 4 Apr 2014 38,022 miles

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

Pass 20 Feb 2013 34,822 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2012 34,787 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2011 34,664 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2010 34,423 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2009 32,839 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2008 31,212 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2007 29,520 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2006 26,855 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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R917 SLF is a 1997 Honda Accord in Green with a 2,156cc 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 R917 SLF, 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 R917 SLF registered?

R917 SLF is a 1997 Honda Accord, first registered on 25 September 1997.

Is R917 SLF safe to buy?

The MOT history for R917 SLF shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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