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R953 TLL

1997 Honda Legend

Purple Petrol 3474cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2012
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

145,550 mi
Last recorded145,550 miles
Recorded on18 May 2011
Typical for 1997 Honda Legend102,054 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR953 TLL
MakeHonda
ModelLegend
Year1997
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,474cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Fail 18 May 2011 145,550 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 18 May 2011 145,550 miles
Fail 12 May 2011 145,540 miles

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

Offside front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

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

Nearside rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

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

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

Fail 17 May 2010 136,557 miles

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

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 17 May 2010 136,557 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Jun 2009 128,234 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2008 124,116 miles

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

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

Fail 14 Mar 2007 114,169 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 14 Mar 2007 114,169 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2006 104,106 miles

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

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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R953 TLL is a 1997 Honda Legend in Purple with a 3,474cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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

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 R953 TLL, 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 R953 TLL registered?

R953 TLL is a 1997 Honda Legend, first registered on 29 October 1997.

Is R953 TLL safe to buy?

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