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P287 UPW

1996 Honda Stepwagon

Green Petrol 1970cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jan 2014
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

131,390 mi
Last recorded131,390 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2012
Typical for 1996 Honda Stepwagon137,860 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP287 UPW
MakeHonda
ModelStepwagon
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,970cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Fail 5 Dec 2012 131,390 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 5 Dec 2012 131,390 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2012 123,487 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2012 123,487 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 17 Dec 2010 112,952 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2010 112,952 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 Jan 2010 103,781 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2007 103,780 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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P287 UPW is a 1996 Honda Stepwagon in Green with a 1,970cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 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 P287 UPW, 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 P287 UPW registered?

P287 UPW is a 1996 Honda Stepwagon, first registered on 1 August 1996.

Is P287 UPW safe to buy?

The MOT history for P287 UPW shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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