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W278 RFJ

2000 Honda Accord

Red Petrol 1850cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Sep 2021
Tests23 (15 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate65.2%

Mileage

98,236 mi
Last recorded98,236 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2020
Typical for 2000 Honda Accord88,015 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW278 RFJ
MakeHonda
ModelAccord
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,850cc

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MOT History

15 pass 8 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2020 98,236 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2019 97,948 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2018 97,761 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 4 Sep 2018 97,761 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

Pass 2 Sep 2017 97,109 miles

Nearside Front Ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

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

Pass 23 Aug 2016 95,918 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Oil leak engine ()

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 23 Aug 2016 95,918 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Oil leak engine ()

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 21 Aug 2015 94,018 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2014 92,554 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2014 92,554 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Aug 2013 91,146 miles

nearside rear tyre wearing thin at inner edge

Fail 31 Jul 2013 91,146 miles

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

nearside rear tyre wearing thin at inner edge

Pass 2 Aug 2012 87,251 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2012 87,494 miles

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

Fail 14 Jul 2012 87,329 miles

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

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

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

Pass 20 Jul 2011 85,645 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2011 85,645 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

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

Pass 7 Aug 2010 82,455 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2010 82,455 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Aug 2009 78,658 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2008 74,689 miles

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

Pass 11 Aug 2007 73,701 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2006 62,558 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Accord?

Based on 2,311,969 MOT tests across 198,303 vehicles.

71.2%
Pass Rate
6,661
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
198,303
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 104,224
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 78,175
position lamp(s) not working 60,219
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 53,983
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 50,621
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W278 RFJ is a 2000 Honda Accord in Red with a 1,850cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.2%.

Across all 2000 Honda Accord models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.8% with a typical mileage of 88,015 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 Accord fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 104,224 recorded failures. If you're considering buying W278 RFJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Accord typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 26 years old, this Honda Accord is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was W278 RFJ registered?

W278 RFJ is a 2000 Honda Accord, first registered on 25 July 2000.

Is W278 RFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for W278 RFJ shows 23 tests with a 65.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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