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W397 XAE

1999 Honda Accord

Blue Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2015
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

31,571 mi
Last recorded31,571 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2014
Typical for 1999 Honda Accord94,598 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW397 XAE
MakeHonda
ModelAccord
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2014 31,571 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2013 29,909 miles

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 17 Feb 2012 28,370 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2012 28,368 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Feb 2011 27,060 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2010 25,932 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2009 24,195 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Oil leak

Pass 13 Feb 2008 22,497 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2007 20,387 miles

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 13 Feb 2006 18,716 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 XAE is a 1999 Honda Accord in Blue with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1999 Honda Accord models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.6% with a typical mileage of 94,598 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 XAE, 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 27 years old, this Honda Accord is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was W397 XAE registered?

W397 XAE is a 1999 Honda Accord, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is W397 XAE safe to buy?

The MOT history for W397 XAE shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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