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P96 BUJ

1996 Honda Xrv

Red Petrol 742cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Apr 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

52,259 mi
Last recorded52,259 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2026
Typical for 1996 Honda Xrv47,752 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP96 BUJ
MakeHonda
ModelXrv
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine742cc
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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2026 52,259 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 24 Apr 2025 51,561 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2024 50,799 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2023 50,587 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2021 49,535 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2020 48,413 miles

Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 7 May 2019 47,965 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 18 May 2018 47,752 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2016 47,277 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2015 45,276 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 44,560 miles
Fail 1 May 2014 42,622 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 1 May 2014 42,622 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 18 Apr 2013 41,103 miles
Pass 2 May 2012 39,262 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 28 Aug 2010 38,824 miles

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 27 Aug 2009 35,973 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Pass 15 Aug 2008 32,335 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2008 32,146 miles

Centre Front Upper Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 19 Apr 2007 24,762 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2006 19,508 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Xrv?

Based on 976 MOT tests across 146 vehicles.

88.5%
Pass Rate
999
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
146
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 7
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 6
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 5
Throttle operating incorrectly 4
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 4
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P96 BUJ is a 1996 Honda Xrv in Red with a 742cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

Across all 1996 Honda Xrv models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.2% with a typical mileage of 47,752 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda Xrv fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 7 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P96 BUJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Xrv typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 30 years old, this Honda Xrv is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P96 BUJ registered?

P96 BUJ is a 1996 Honda Xrv, first registered on 16 December 1996.

Is P96 BUJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for P96 BUJ shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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