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W397 RGW

2000 Honda Accord

Silver Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2015
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

142,298 mi
Last recorded142,298 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2014
Typical for 2000 Honda Accord88,015 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW397 RGW
MakeHonda
ModelAccord
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2014 142,298 miles

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

Fail 23 Aug 2014 142,272 miles

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)

Front Lower engine mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

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

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Coolant leak

both rear tyres deteriating

center oxygen sensor found cut wiring

Pass 23 Aug 2013 140,163 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2012 137,258 miles

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

Pass 21 Jul 2012 137,258 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2011 134,906 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2011 134,906 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 28 Jul 2010 130,539 miles

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Oil leak

Rear bumper insecure

Pass 15 May 2009 126,687 miles

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

Pass 27 May 2008 123,253 miles

nearside front tyre tread running low at inside edge.

Fail 27 May 2008 123,253 miles

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

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

nearside front tyre tread running low at inside edge.

Pass 23 May 2007 114,807 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 25 May 2006 103,270 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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W397 RGW is a 2000 Honda Accord in Silver with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 W397 RGW, 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 W397 RGW registered?

W397 RGW is a 2000 Honda Accord, first registered on 11 May 2000.

Is W397 RGW safe to buy?

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