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Honda Prelude

Red · Petrol · 1993 · 1,997 cc

488 GYWMOT history

488 GYW is a red petrol Honda Prelude first used on 31 Dec 1993. Its MOT is valid until 16 Sept 2027 and it has passed 16 of 24 MOT tests, with 94,829 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 16 Sept 2027
Mileage
94,829 mi
At MOT on 17 Sept 2026
MOT tests
24
16 passed · 8 failed
Per year
1,974 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
488 GYW
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Honda
Model
Prelude
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,997 cc
Year of manufacture
1993
First used
31 Dec 1993
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

488 GYW was last recorded at 94,829 miles on 17 Sept 2026, 8 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Aug 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
94,821 miles · 19 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
8 miles
Average per year
1,974 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 94,829 miles
  • 2025 – 85,277 miles
  • 2019 – 84,889 miles
  • 2018 – 84,424 miles
  • 2017 – 82,861 miles
  • 2016 – 81,065 miles
  • 2015 – 80,001 miles
  • 2013 – 77,663 miles
  • 2012 – 76,116 miles
  • 2011 – 73,545 miles
  • 2010 – 70,924 miles
  • 2009 – 68,248 miles
  • 2008 – 64,746 miles
  • 2007 – 61,732 miles
  • 2006 – 57,893 miles
  • 2005 – 53,767 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass94,829 miles
  • AdvisoryBonnet stay missingRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2025

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2026

  • Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2026

  • Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019

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

    Failure2 MOTs, 2013–2015

Full MOT history

24 tests since 28 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass94,829 miles (+8)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    94,829 miles
    Test number
    804190520740
    • AdvisoryBonnet stay missing
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail94,821 miles (+52)6 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,821 miles
    Test number
    866536273497
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBonnet stay missing
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Sill within wheel arch (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail94,769 miles (+9,492)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,769 miles
    Test number
    905806837310
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

  4. Pass85,277 miles (+388)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    85,277 miles
    Test number
    283719046075
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass84,889 miles (+2)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    84,889 miles
    Test number
    439103620176
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail84,887 miles (+463)3 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,887 miles
    Test number
    865511646808
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass84,424 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    84,424 miles
    Test number
    205700648761
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear End of sill is corroded but not excessive at this stage
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail84,424 miles (+1,563)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,424 miles
    Test number
    837525663898
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear End of sill is corroded but not excessive at this stage
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass82,861 miles (+1,796)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    82,861 miles
    Test number
    633854378061
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Inner secondary tread getting low (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Inner edge devoid of tread (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  10. Pass81,065 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    81,065 miles
    Test number
    879872584594

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail81,065 miles (+1,064)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,065 miles
    Test number
    579064122925
    • FailureOffside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

  12. Pass80,001 miles (+48)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    80,001 miles
    Test number
    784276345262

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail79,953 miles (+2,290)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,953 miles
    Test number
    896679835140
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  14. Pass77,663 miles (+92)
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    77,663 miles
    Test number
    467803163288

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail77,571 miles (+1,455)1 dangerous2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,571 miles
    Test number
    876521943278
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureBody has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)
    • NoteNearside parking brake performance could be better

  16. Pass76,116 miles (+2,571)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    76,116 miles
    Test number
    877814102378
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  17. Pass73,545 miles (+2,621)
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    73,545 miles
    Test number
    818433311374

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass70,924 miles (+2,676)
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    70,924 miles
    Test number
    414071900356

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass68,248 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    68,248 miles
    Test number
    533557619370
    • NoteSlight seepage of grease from offside outer driveshaft gaiter

  20. Fail68,248 miles (+3,502)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,248 miles
    Test number
    883506919384
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteSlight seepage of grease from offside outer driveshaft gaiter

  21. Pass64,746 miles (+3,014)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    64,746 miles
    Test number
    102627518314
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  22. Pass61,732 miles (+3,839)
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    61,732 miles
    Test number
    500795727354

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass57,893 miles (+4,126)1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    57,893 miles
    Test number
    120256326360
    • NoteFront tyres worn on edges

  24. Pass53,767 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    53,767 miles
    Test number
    833592735335

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about 488 GYW

What vehicle is registration 488 GYW currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 488 GYW on a red petrol Honda Prelude first used on 31 Dec 1993. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does 488 GYW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on 488 GYW is valid until 16 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on 488 GYW?
The MOT on 488 GYW is valid until 16 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has 488 GYW done?
488 GYW was recorded at 94,829 miles at its MOT on 17 Sept 2026, an average of 1,974 miles a year.
Has 488 GYW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 488 GYW has failed 8 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on 488 GYW ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on 488 GYW find?
488 GYW passed its latest MOT on 17 Sept 2026 with 5 advisories: bonnet stay missing; nearside rear vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security; nearside side repeater slightly discoloured, and 2 more.

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