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V388 GCU

1999 Honda Shuttle

Gold Petrol 2254cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Dec 2015
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

162,518 mi
Last recorded162,518 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2014
Typical for 1999 Honda Shuttle98,386 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV388 GCU
MakeHonda
ModelShuttle
Year1999
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,254cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2014 162,518 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 2 Dec 2013 159,082 miles

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 2 Dec 2013 159,082 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 14 Nov 2012 95,012 miles

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

Pass 4 Nov 2011 152,157 miles

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

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Oil leak

Rear bumper insecure

no oil in engine , and tappets noisey

Pass 4 Nov 2010 146,659 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2010 146,659 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Oil leak

front suspesion corroded

rear bumper damaged

rear suspesion corroded

unable to check rear seat belt,s as seat,s not fitted in the upright postion

Pass 3 Nov 2009 137,911 miles

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

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

rear seatbelts not tested (seats folded away)

Fail 31 Oct 2009 137,908 miles

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

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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)

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

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

engine management light illuminated

rear seatbelts not tested (seats folded away)

Pass 1 Oct 2008 124,721 miles

Nearside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 30 Sep 2008 124,721 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Pass 28 Aug 2007 114,188 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2006 100,638 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Shuttle?

Based on 52,792 MOT tests across 4,745 vehicles.

69.6%
Pass Rate
5,883
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
4,745
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 3,787
position lamp(s) not working 2,053
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 1,849
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1,441
Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault 1,265
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V388 GCU is a 1999 Honda Shuttle in Gold with a 2,254cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 1999 Honda Shuttle models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.8% with a typical mileage of 98,386 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 Shuttle fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 3,787 recorded failures. If you're considering buying V388 GCU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Shuttle typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 27 years old, this Honda Shuttle is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was V388 GCU registered?

V388 GCU is a 1999 Honda Shuttle, first registered on 29 September 1999.

Is V388 GCU safe to buy?

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