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P227 OHE

1996 Honda Stepwagon

Green Petrol 1970cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Mar 2026
Tests27 (17 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate63%

Mileage

150,115 mi
Last recorded150,115 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2026
Typical for 1996 Honda Stepwagon137,860 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP227 OHE
MakeHonda
ModelStepwagon
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,970cc

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MOT History

17 pass 10 fail
Fail 12 Jun 2026 150,115 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Pass 26 Mar 2025 147,920 miles

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

Pass 14 Mar 2024 139,175 miles

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

Rear Service brake grabbing slightly (1.2.1 (c))

Fail 14 Mar 2024 139,173 miles

Battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Wipers Both sides (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Rear Service brake grabbing slightly (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 9 Jul 2022 138,843 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2020 138,752 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) n/s and o/s ()

Pass 6 Nov 2019 138,667 miles

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

slight damage to wind screen

Pass 8 Nov 2018 138,019 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2018 138,019 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Nov 2017 137,875 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2017 137,875 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 8 Nov 2016 137,203 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 8 Nov 2016 137,203 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer torn (7.2.4c)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 10 Nov 2015 136,225 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2015 136,225 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 7 Nov 2014 135,672 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2014 135,668 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 12 Nov 2013 131,835 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Fail 6 Nov 2013 131,835 miles

Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Pass 3 Nov 2012 129,147 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

n/s/r tyre bold on outer edge

rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Pass 7 Nov 2011 122,873 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2011 122,873 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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

Pass 2 Nov 2010 117,804 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2009 108,108 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2008 101,235 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2008 101,180 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 31 Oct 2007 90,179 miles

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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P227 OHE is a 1996 Honda Stepwagon in Green with a 1,970cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 P227 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 P227 OHE registered?

P227 OHE is a 1996 Honda Stepwagon, first registered on 10 October 1996.

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