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N138 JBK

1996 Honda Ballade

White Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Feb 2009
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

154,045 mi
Last recorded154,045 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2008
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN138 JBK
MakeHonda
ModelBallade
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2008 154,045 miles

Oil leak

sill covers fitted

washers poor operation

Fail 20 Feb 2008 154,045 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Oil leak

sill covers fitted

washers poor operation

Pass 22 Feb 2007 152,564 miles

plastic sill covers fitted

Fail 22 Feb 2007 152,564 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

plastic sill covers fitted

Pass 21 Feb 2006 147,651 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2006 147,651 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Exhaust emits clearly visible black smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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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N138 JBK is a 1996 Honda Ballade in White with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 N138 JBK, 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 30 years old, this Honda Ballade is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was N138 JBK registered?

N138 JBK is a 1996 Honda Ballade, first registered on 31 December 1996.

Is N138 JBK safe to buy?

The MOT history for N138 JBK shows 6 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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