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C5 AKE

1997 Honda Civic

White Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Oct 2026
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

61,017 mi
Last recorded61,017 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2025
Typical for 1997 Honda Civic86,182 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC5 AKE
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 14 Oct 2025 61,017 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2024 60,045 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2023 57,939 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2022 55,777 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2021 54,336 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2020 53,127 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2019 49,460 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2018 47,746 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2017 46,830 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2016 45,947 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2015 45,124 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2014 44,178 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2013 43,092 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2012 42,029 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 41,068 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2010 40,187 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2009 35,802 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2008 30,881 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2007 26,084 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2006 21,216 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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C5 AKE is a 1997 Honda Civic in White with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 C5 AKE, 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

How do I check the history of C5 AKE?

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What year was C5 AKE registered?

C5 AKE is a 1997 Honda Civic, first registered on 15 April 1997.

Is C5 AKE safe to buy?

The MOT history for C5 AKE shows 20 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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