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M540 XHY

1998 Honda Ballade

Green Petrol 1488cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2007
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

196,650 mi
Last recorded196,650 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2006
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM540 XHY
MakeHonda
ModelBallade
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,488cc
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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2006 196,650 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2005 178,288 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2005 178,288 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

Fail 30 Jul 2005 178,288 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

How Reliable is the Honda Ballade?

Based on 3,041 MOT tests across 700 vehicles.

63.1%
Pass Rate
1,945
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
700
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 705
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 473
constant velocity joint gaiter split 235
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 173
Stop lamp not working 145
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M540 XHY is a 1998 Honda Ballade in Green with a 1,488cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

The most common reason a Honda Ballade fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 705 recorded failures. If you're considering buying M540 XHY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Ballade typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 28 years old, this Honda Ballade is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was M540 XHY registered?

M540 XHY is a 1998 Honda Ballade, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is M540 XHY safe to buy?

The MOT history for M540 XHY shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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