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Honda Prelude

Red · Petrol · 1993 · 2,198 cc

L73 CTXMOT history

L73 CTX is a red petrol Honda Prelude first used on 1 Aug 1993. Its MOT expired on 8 Apr 2026 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 47,614 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Apr 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 8 Apr 2026
Mileage
47,614 mi
At MOT on 9 Apr 2025
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
1,256 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L73 CTX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Honda
Model
Prelude
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,198 cc
Year of manufacture
1993
First used
1 Aug 1993
MOT status
MOT expired on 8 Apr 2026
Latest MOT test
9 Apr 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L73 CTX was last recorded at 47,614 miles on 9 Apr 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
47,614 miles · 7 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
1,256 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 47,614 miles
  • 2024 – 44,264 miles
  • 2022 – 38,860 miles
  • 2021 – 34,647 miles
  • 2020 – 29,703 miles
  • 2016 – 29,657 miles
  • 2015 – 29,590 miles
  • 2014 – 29,427 miles
  • 2013 – 28,966 miles
  • 2012 – 28,843 miles
  • 2011 – 28,752 miles
  • 2010 – 28,621 miles
  • 2009 – 28,190 miles
  • 2008 – 27,978 miles
  • 2007 – 25,699 miles
  • 2006 – 24,190 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass47,614 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded filler pipeRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/55/15 (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Service brake binding but not excessively both (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2015

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Windscreen washer not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

21 tests since 16 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass47,614 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    47,614 miles
    Test number
    782562159953
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded filler pipe
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/55/15 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake binding but not excessively both (1.2.1 (f))

  2. Fail47,614 miles (+3,350)3 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,614 miles
    Test number
    943079563189
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill/inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded filler pipe
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/55/15 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake binding but not excessively both (1.2.1 (f))

  3. Pass44,264 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    44,264 miles
    Test number
    750175849448
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner SILL CORRODED
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner SILL CORRODED

  4. Fail44,260 miles (+5,400)1 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,260 miles
    Test number
    196985388397
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorDipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on main beam (4.1.3 (b))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner SILL CORRODED
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner SILL CORRODED

  5. Pass38,860 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    38,860 miles
    Test number
    104358478323
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail38,857 miles (+4,210)1 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,857 miles
    Test number
    331036574482
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 205/55/15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/55/15 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil level on minimum

  7. Pass34,647 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    34,647 miles
    Test number
    237729855240
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside reverse lamp not working
    • 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))

  8. Fail34,647 miles (+4,944)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,647 miles
    Test number
    471190869328
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside reverse lamp not working
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil level low

  9. Pass29,703 miles (+46)
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    29,703 miles
    Test number
    753702647126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass29,657 miles (+67)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    29,657 miles
    Test number
    700808241635

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass29,590 miles (+163)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    29,590 miles
    Test number
    480934770701
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass29,427 miles (+461)
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    29,427 miles
    Test number
    369161844200

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass28,966 miles (+123)
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    28,966 miles
    Test number
    905527923273

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass28,843 miles (+91)
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    28,843 miles
    Test number
    316153942468

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass28,752 miles (+131)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    28,752 miles
    Test number
    506910131253

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass28,621 miles (+14)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    28,621 miles
    Test number
    362024160255
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Fail28,607 miles (+417)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,607 miles
    Test number
    630019150267
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass28,190 miles (+212)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    28,190 miles
    Test number
    650754649215

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass27,978 miles (+2,279)
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    27,978 miles
    Test number
    673220648231

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass25,699 miles (+1,509)
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    25,699 miles
    Test number
    773380047272

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass24,190 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    24,190 miles
    Test number
    394398826462

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L73 CTX

Does L73 CTX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L73 CTX expired on 8 Apr 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L73 CTX?
The MOT on L73 CTX expired on 8 Apr 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L73 CTX done?
L73 CTX was recorded at 47,614 miles at its MOT on 9 Apr 2025, an average of 1,256 miles a year.
Has L73 CTX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L73 CTX has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on L73 CTX 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 L73 CTX find?
L73 CTX passed its latest MOT on 9 Apr 2025 with 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: nearside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; fuel pipe/s corroded filler pipe; nearside rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened, and 4 more.

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