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TAZ 3721

2008 Honda Prelude

Red Petrol 2157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Dec 2023
Tests16 (9 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate56.3%

Mileage

126,711 mi
Last recorded126,711 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2022
Typical for 2008 Honda Prelude121,392 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTAZ 3721
MakeHonda
ModelPrelude
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,157cc

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MOT History

9 pass 7 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2022 126,711 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2017 125,888 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush Front bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush Front arm (2.4.G.2)

EML on

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 9 Mar 2016 111,238 miles

Offside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 2 Mar 2016 111,013 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 9 Mar 2015 156,602 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2015 156,602 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 4 Apr 2014 149,382 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2013 147,415 miles

Oil leak

nearside front tyre has cuts inner wall

slight lump on offside rear tyre

Fail 15 Apr 2013 147,412 miles

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front Wheel nut(s) loose (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Oil leak

nearside front tyre has cuts inner wall

Pass 28 Feb 2012 138,472 miles

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

damp around steering gatters

slight oil leak

Fail 28 Feb 2012 138,470 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

damp around steering gatters

slight oil leak

Pass 30 Mar 2010 130,214 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2010 130,214 miles

Centre Exhaust has a part missing (7.1.1a)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Nearside Rear brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Pass 27 Mar 2009 115,423 miles

Both front tyres are perished in tread pattern.

Some free play in the NS and OS front wheel bearings.

Pass 14 Feb 2008 112,095 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2008 112,096 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

How Reliable is the Honda Prelude?

Based on 156,010 MOT tests across 20,321 vehicles.

67.3%
Pass Rate
4,249
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
20,321
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 9,727
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 8,857
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 6,253
position lamp(s) not working 5,027
parking brake recording little or no effort 4,796
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TAZ 3721 is a 2008 Honda Prelude in Red with a 2,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 56.3%.

Across all 2008 Honda Prelude models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.2% with a typical mileage of 121,392 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 Prelude fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 9,727 recorded failures. If you're considering buying TAZ 3721, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Prelude typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 18 years old, this Honda Prelude is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was TAZ 3721 registered?

TAZ 3721 is a 2008 Honda Prelude, first registered on 15 February 2008.

Is TAZ 3721 safe to buy?

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