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R239 XUJ

1998 Honda Civic Aerodeck

Red Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2017
Tests19 (11 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate57.9%

Mileage

95,655 mi
Last recorded95,655 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2017
Typical for 1998 Honda Civic Aerodeck96,841 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR239 XUJ
MakeHonda
ModelCivic Aerodeck
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

11 pass 8 fail
Fail 3 Aug 2017 95,655 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded under arch (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded under arch (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

nearside and offside front floor areas corroded

plastic covers fitted to outer sills, brake pipes and fuel pipes, not allowing a full inspection

Pass 3 Aug 2016 93,784 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak ()

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

nearside front brake sticking slightly

nearside rear lamp unit slightly insecure

wiper blade rubbers slightly split at ends

Fail 26 Jul 2016 93,722 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak ()

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

nearside front brake sticking slightly

nearside rear lamp unit slightly insecure

wiper blade rubbers slightly split at ends

Pass 21 Jul 2015 92,125 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

nearside rear lamp unit slightly insecure.

Fail 21 Jul 2015 92,122 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

nearside rear lamp unit slightly insecure.

Pass 4 Aug 2014 90,115 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2014 90,112 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 1 Aug 2013 87,971 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2012 85,627 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2011 83,767 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2011 83,763 miles

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 4 Aug 2010 80,018 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2010 80,018 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 9 Jul 2009 76,138 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

front disc s slightly lipped

Pass 14 Jul 2008 72,834 miles

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

Nearside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

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

Offside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Rear tyres scrubbing

Pass 18 Jul 2007 69,043 miles

Nearside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Offside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

o/s/r shocker has slight leak

rear wiper split

Fail 16 Jul 2007 69,042 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

Nearside Front front brake grabbing severely (3.7.A.2b)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

Offside Front front brake grabbing severely (3.7.A.2b)

Offside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Offside Rear Fluid suspension unit slightly deteriorated (2.4.D.1b)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

o/s/f outter c.v joint knocking badly

rear wiper split

Pass 19 Jul 2006 62,392 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2006 62,329 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Centre Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

How Reliable is the Honda Civic Aerodeck?

Based on 54,884 MOT tests across 4,141 vehicles.

67.5%
Pass Rate
6,121
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
4,141
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

constant velocity joint gaiter split 2,938
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,806
Stop lamp not working 2,212
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 2,211
brake binding 2,001
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R239 XUJ is a 1998 Honda Civic Aerodeck in Red with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.9%.

Across all 1998 Honda Civic Aerodeck models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.2% with a typical mileage of 96,841 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 Civic Aerodeck fails its MOT is constant velocity joint gaiter split, accounting for 2,938 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R239 XUJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Civic Aerodeck typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 28 years old, this Honda Civic Aerodeck is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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R239 XUJ is a 1998 Honda Civic Aerodeck, first registered on 30 April 1998.

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