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A17 NWB

1997 Honda Civic

White Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Apr 2027
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

46,145 mi
Last recorded46,145 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda Civic86,182 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA17 NWB
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 25 Apr 2026 46,145 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2024 45,947 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2022 45,740 miles

decelerometer used to low for rollers

Pass 3 Aug 2019 44,862 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2018 44,211 miles

vechicle has been lowered

Pass 29 Jul 2017 125,693 miles

vehicle has been lowered

Pass 6 Aug 2016 125,255 miles

vehicle has been lowered

Pass 25 Jul 2015 124,673 miles

vehicle has been lowered (decelerometer test required

Pass 2 Aug 2014 123,465 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Jul 2013 51,483 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2011 175,534 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2010 73,542 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Pass 6 Jun 2009 71,195 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Pass 20 May 2008 70,928 miles
Pass 1 May 2007 69,075 miles
Pass 3 May 2006 89,008 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Civic?

Based on 9,391,580 MOT tests across 693,715 vehicles.

73.7%
Pass Rate
6,044
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
693,715
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 307,913
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 187,316
Stop lamp not working 163,967
position lamp(s) not working 160,748
constant velocity joint gaiter split 132,914
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A17 NWB is a 1997 Honda Civic in White with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Honda Civic models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.8% with a typical mileage of 86,182 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda Civic fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 307,913 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A17 NWB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Civic typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 29 years old, this Honda Civic is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A17 NWB registered?

A17 NWB is a 1997 Honda Civic, first registered on 28 April 1997.

Is A17 NWB safe to buy?

The MOT history for A17 NWB shows 16 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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