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P197 OHE

1996 Honda Stepwagon

Silver Petrol 1970cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2024
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

75,692 mi
Last recorded75,692 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2023
Typical for 1996 Honda Stepwagon137,860 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP197 OHE
MakeHonda
ModelStepwagon
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,970cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Nov 2023 75,692 miles

front and rear pads getting low 3mm

rear discs have surface corrosion

Pass 1 Oct 2020 75,655 miles

both front inner tracking arms have play

front pads getting low 2-3m

Fail 1 Oct 2020 75,655 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 2x 18" wipers replaced (3.4 (b) (ii))

both front inner tracking arms have play

front pads getting low 2-3m

Pass 30 Sep 2019 75,638 miles

front pads getting low

wear to both front inner tracking arms

Pass 1 Oct 2018 75,180 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 29 Sep 2017 74,786 miles

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

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 30 Sep 2016 74,082 miles

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

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both front ()

Pass 2 Oct 2015 72,475 miles

Offside Front Inner Ball joint has slight play tracking arm play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 29 Sep 2015 72,471 miles

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Inner Ball joint has slight play tracking arm play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 25 Sep 2014 69,707 miles

slight play in o/s/f inner tracking arm

Fail 25 Sep 2014 69,707 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

slight play in o/s/f inner tracking arm

Pass 19 Aug 2013 67,131 miles

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

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

slight wear in o/s/f inner tracking arm

Pass 26 Jul 2012 60,218 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Fail 3 Jun 2011 52,427 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp emits a light other than red (1.3.2e)

Pass 3 Jun 2011 52,427 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2008 51,327 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2007 50,437 miles

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

How Reliable is the Honda Stepwagon?

Based on 27,404 MOT tests across 4,250 vehicles.

76.8%
Pass Rate
5,975
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
4,250
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Steering rack gaiter split 360
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 279
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 205
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P197 OHE is a 1996 Honda Stepwagon in Silver with a 1,970cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 1996 Honda Stepwagon models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.5% with a typical mileage of 137,860 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda Stepwagon fails its MOT is steering rack gaiter split, accounting for 360 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P197 OHE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Stepwagon typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 30 years old, this Honda Stepwagon is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P197 OHE registered?

P197 OHE is a 1996 Honda Stepwagon, first registered on 11 November 1996.

Is P197 OHE safe to buy?

The MOT history for P197 OHE shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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