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R480 TAU

1997 Honda Xrv

Silver Petrol 742cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

39,019 mi
Last recorded39,019 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2025
Typical for 1997 Honda Xrv34,418 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR480 TAU
MakeHonda
ModelXrv
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine742cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2025 39,019 miles
Pass 15 May 2024 37,312 miles
Pass 2 May 2023 36,026 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2022 34,837 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2021 33,535 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2021 33,535 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 31 Aug 2018 33,516 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2016 33,333 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2015 33,112 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2015 33,108 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 4 Sep 2013 32,532 miles
Pass 17 May 2011 31,392 miles

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

Pass 13 May 2010 28,822 miles
Pass 28 May 2009 28,178 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2008 27,635 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2007 26,719 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2006 25,667 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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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R480 TAU is a 1997 Honda Xrv in Silver with a 742cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 1997 Honda Xrv models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.5% with a typical mileage of 34,418 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 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 R480 TAU, 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 29 years old, this Honda Xrv is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R480 TAU registered?

R480 TAU is a 1997 Honda Xrv, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R480 TAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R480 TAU shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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