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S253 VBA

1998 Honda Civic Aerodeck

Red Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Feb 2013
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

178,343 mi
Last recorded178,343 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2012
Typical for 1998 Honda Civic Aerodeck96,841 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS253 VBA
MakeHonda
ModelCivic Aerodeck
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2012 178,343 miles

front bumper is damaged but secured.

o/s/r bumper end is insecured

Fail 23 Feb 2012 178,343 miles

Front Body insecure and dangerous to other road users (6.1.B.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

o/s/r bumper end is insecured

Fail 23 Sep 2010 176,010 miles

Front bumper is damaged but still secured.

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

n/s/r h/brake effort is slightly lower than normal .

Pass 23 Sep 2010 176,010 miles

Front bumper is damaged but still secured.

n/s/r h/brake effort is slightly lower than normal .

Pass 8 Aug 2009 201,056 miles
Fail 24 Dec 2007 149,752 miles

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 24 Dec 2007 149,752 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 9 Aug 2006 146,011 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2006 146,011 miles

Offside Front Front drive shaft coupling flexible rubber or fabric coupling unit severely cracked (2.5.C.1d)

How Reliable is the Honda Civic Aerodeck?

Based on 54,884 MOT tests across 4,141 vehicles.

67.5%
Pass Rate
6,121
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
4,141
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

constant velocity joint gaiter split 2,938
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,806
Stop lamp not working 2,212
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 2,211
brake binding 2,001
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S253 VBA is a 1998 Honda Civic Aerodeck in Red with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

Across all 1998 Honda Civic Aerodeck models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.2% with a typical mileage of 96,841 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 Civic Aerodeck fails its MOT is constant velocity joint gaiter split, accounting for 2,938 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S253 VBA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Civic Aerodeck typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 28 years old, this Honda Civic Aerodeck is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was S253 VBA registered?

S253 VBA is a 1998 Honda Civic Aerodeck, first registered on 1 August 1998.

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