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VIA 3854

2000 Honda Prelude

Silver Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jan 2027
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

114,350 mi
Last recorded114,350 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2026
Typical for 2000 Honda Prelude90,257 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVIA 3854
MakeHonda
ModelPrelude
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Jan 2026 114,350 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2026 114,350 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Jan 2025 112,864 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2024 111,090 miles

Fluid leak, but not excessive coolant from radiator (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive rocker cover gasket (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Jan 2023 108,667 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2022 105,917 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2021 103,484 miles

Central Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 Jan 2020 101,580 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2019 99,350 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2018 96,835 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2017 93,728 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 18 Jan 2016 90,269 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2016 90,269 miles

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

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 12 Jan 2015 87,651 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Jan 2014 83,784 miles

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

rear fuel pipes slight corrosion

Pass 8 Jan 2013 78,466 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2013 78,466 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 9 Jan 2012 72,267 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2011 66,055 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2011 66,054 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 Jan 2010 59,557 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2009 54,017 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2008 47,808 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2007 41,859 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2006 35,343 miles

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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VIA 3854 is a 2000 Honda Prelude in Silver with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

Across all 2000 Honda Prelude models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.2% with a typical mileage of 90,257 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 VIA 3854, 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 26 years old, this Honda Prelude is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of VIA 3854?

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What year was VIA 3854 registered?

VIA 3854 is a 2000 Honda Prelude, first registered on 28 January 2000.

Is VIA 3854 safe to buy?

The MOT history for VIA 3854 shows 25 tests with a 84% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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