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RJ51 DFV

2001 Honda Legend

Blue Petrol 3474cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Nov 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

71,338 mi
Last recorded71,338 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2025
Typical for 2001 Honda Legend84,026 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJ51 DFV
MakeHonda
ModelLegend
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,474cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2025 71,338 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2024 62,249 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2023 55,186 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 24 Sep 2018 55,167 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Sep 2017 53,502 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2016 51,353 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2016 51,346 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 8 Sep 2015 46,563 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2014 42,123 miles

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

Pass 3 Sep 2013 38,227 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

o/s/f tyre bald on edges

Pass 6 Sep 2012 34,206 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2011 32,072 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2010 26,360 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2010 26,360 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)

Pass 17 Sep 2009 21,520 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2008 17,116 miles

both front tyres worn on edges

Pass 26 Sep 2007 15,302 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2006 11,264 miles

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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RJ51 DFV is a 2001 Honda Legend in Blue with a 3,474cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2001 Honda Legend models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.5% with a typical mileage of 84,026 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 RJ51 DFV, 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 25 years old, this Honda Legend is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RJ51 DFV registered?

RJ51 DFV is a 2001 Honda Legend, first registered on 10 September 2001.

Is RJ51 DFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for RJ51 DFV shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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