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R853 LAU

1997 Honda Civic Aerodeck

Red Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2015
Tests16 (9 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate56.3%

Mileage

91,751 mi
Last recorded91,751 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2014
Typical for 1997 Honda Civic Aerodeck107,038 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR853 LAU
MakeHonda
ModelCivic Aerodeck
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

9 pass 7 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2014 91,751 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2014 91,750 miles

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

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 1 Jun 2013 88,564 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

Pass 1 Jun 2013 88,564 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2012 85,184 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fuel hose slightly damaged (7.2.2)

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 16 Jun 2011 81,125 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2011 81,125 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 28 Jun 2010 76,597 miles

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

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

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

Pass 28 Jun 2010 76,597 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2009 72,224 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2009 72,224 miles

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

Nearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Pass 23 Jun 2008 67,667 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2008 67,667 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not in good working order (function impaired) (1.1.4a)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Fail 27 Jun 2007 62,752 miles

Front number plate damaged

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

Rear exhaust worn may need replacing soon

Pass 27 Jun 2007 62,752 miles

Front number plate damaged

Rear exhaust worn may need replacing soon

Pass 21 Jun 2006 57,932 miles

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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R853 LAU is a 1997 Honda Civic Aerodeck in Red with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 56.3%.

Across all 1997 Honda Civic Aerodeck models, the average MOT pass rate is 60.7% with a typical mileage of 107,038 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 R853 LAU, 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 29 years old, this Honda Civic Aerodeck is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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R853 LAU is a 1997 Honda Civic Aerodeck, first registered on 1 August 1997.

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