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S162 NLX

1998 Honda Legend

Grey Petrol 3474cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Apr 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

Typical for 1998 Honda Legend96,835 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS162 NLX
MakeHonda
ModelLegend
Year1998
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,474cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2026
Pass 29 May 2025

under body surface corrosion

Pass 29 May 2024
Fail 29 May 2024

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Jun 2023

Fluid leak, but not excessive power steering (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Jun 2022

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 6 Oct 2021
Pass 7 Oct 2020

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wheelarch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 2 Oct 2019

Nearside Front Outer Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel rackrod end (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Oct 2018
Pass 21 Sep 2017

Oil leak ()

Pass 14 Sep 2016 76,371 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2016 76,371 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 14 Oct 2015 75,738 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2014 73,207 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 25 Oct 2013 70,549 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2012 69,077 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 8 Nov 2011 67,413 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2010 64,567 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2009 62,571 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2008 60,686 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2007 57,658 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2006 51,872 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2006 51,872 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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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S162 NLX is a 1998 Honda Legend in Grey with a 3,474cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1998 Honda Legend models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.6% with a typical mileage of 96,835 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 S162 NLX, 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 28 years old, this Honda Legend is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of S162 NLX?

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What year was S162 NLX registered?

S162 NLX is a 1998 Honda Legend, first registered on 23 November 1998.

Is S162 NLX safe to buy?

The MOT history for S162 NLX shows 24 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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