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B8 KJG

1997 Honda Civic

Green Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Sep 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

167,548 mi
Last recorded167,548 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2016
Typical for 1997 Honda Civic86,182 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB8 KJG
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2016 167,548 miles

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

Pass 5 Sep 2015 165,613 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2014 162,886 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2013 158,998 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2012 152,093 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Aug 2012 152,093 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2011 147,206 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2010 143,271 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2009 137,732 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2008 132,617 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2007 127,216 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2006 122,675 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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B8 KJG is a 1997 Honda Civic in Green with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 B8 KJG, 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.

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What year was B8 KJG registered?

B8 KJG is a 1997 Honda Civic, first registered on 8 September 1997.

Is B8 KJG safe to buy?

The MOT history for B8 KJG shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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