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Honda Accord

Black · Petrol · 1997 · 1,997 cc

R331 ULLMOT history

R331 ULL is a black petrol Honda Accord first used on 24 Nov 1997. Its MOT expired on 18 Aug 2023 and it has passed 17 of 26 MOT tests, with 89,758 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Aug 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 18 Aug 2023
Mileage
89,758 mi
At MOT on 18 Aug 2023
MOT tests
26
17 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,325 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R331 ULL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Honda
Model
Accord
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,997 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
24 Nov 1997
MOT status
MOT expired on 18 Aug 2023
Latest MOT test
18 Aug 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

R331 ULL was last recorded at 89,758 miles on 18 Aug 2023, 8,362 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Aug 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
81,396 miles · 19 Aug 2022
Between the last two tests
8,362 miles
Average per year
3,325 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 89,758 miles
  • 2022 – 81,396 miles
  • 2020 – 80,550 miles
  • 2019 – 79,612 miles
  • 2018 – 78,007 miles
  • 2017 – 75,778 miles
  • 2016 – 72,718 miles
  • 2015 – 68,442 miles
  • 2014 – 65,796 miles
  • 2013 – 62,959 miles
  • 2012 – 59,912 miles
  • 2011 – 56,533 miles
  • 2010 – 52,128 miles
  • 2009 – 47,167 miles
  • 2008 – 42,334 miles
  • 2007 – 38,590 miles
  • 2006 – 34,733 miles
  • 2005 – 30,974 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail89,758 miles
  • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorEmissions unable to be completed due to front and center leaking (8.2.1.2 (d))
  • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
  • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear at rear (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area fractured significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area fractured significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area fractured significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area fractured significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area fractured significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area fractured significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area fractured significantly reducing structural strength rear of inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • MajorWindscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road (3.2 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s and o/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

What MOT failures 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, 2019–2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2012

Full MOT history

26 tests since 12 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail89,758 miles (+8,362)15 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,758 miles
    Test number
    424348601491
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed due to front and center leaking (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear at rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area fractured significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area fractured significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area fractured significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area fractured significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area fractured significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area fractured significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area fractured significantly reducing structural strength rear of inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road (3.2 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s and o/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass81,396 miles (+15)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    81,396 miles
    Test number
    989873715528
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront and rear suspension components rusting

  3. Fail81,381 miles (+831)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,381 miles
    Test number
    213322350410
    • 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))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear arches have tape on them
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass80,550 miles (+938)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    80,550 miles
    Test number
    566459622364
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust front support bracket corroded and broken but system still adequately supported

  5. Pass79,612 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    79,612 miles
    Test number
    524071043420
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail79,612 miles (+1,605)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,612 miles
    Test number
    599562479794
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass78,007 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    78,007 miles
    Test number
    693923929006
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer cv boot slightly deteriorated

  8. Fail78,007 miles (+2,229)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,007 miles
    Test number
    189603048614
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer cv boot slightly deteriorated

  9. Pass75,778 miles (+3,060)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    75,778 miles
    Test number
    536814608968
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryAll metal brake pipes coated in grease
    • AdvisorySump corroded

  10. Pass72,718 miles (+4,276)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    72,718 miles
    Test number
    175022869859

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass68,442 miles (+2,646)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    68,442 miles
    Test number
    111546689618

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass65,796 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    65,796 miles
    Test number
    649864324345

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail65,796 miles (+2,837)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,796 miles
    Test number
    327494524354
    • FailureFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

  14. Pass62,959 miles (+3,047)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    62,959 miles
    Test number
    475537433322
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  15. Pass59,912 miles (+3,379)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    59,912 miles
    Test number
    915664932300
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteNearside rear brake binding slightly
    • NoteOffside front tyre has a cut in the outer sidewall but not deep enough to reach the inner cords

  16. Pass56,533 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    56,533 miles
    Test number
    208386841358
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Fail56,533 miles (+25)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,533 miles
    Test number
    568366541363
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Fail56,508 miles (+4,380)1 dangerous1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,508 miles
    Test number
    385112441362
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

  19. Pass52,128 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    52,128 miles
    Test number
    853189540386

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail52,128 miles (+4,961)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,128 miles
    Test number
    964359340359
    • Repaired at testStop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  21. Pass47,167 miles (+4,833)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    47,167 miles
    Test number
    960719649322

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass42,334 miles (+3,744)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    42,334 miles
    Test number
    881475848357

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass38,590 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    38,590 miles
    Test number
    411624257466

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail38,590 miles (+3,857)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,590 miles
    Test number
    263254357331
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass34,733 miles (+3,759)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    34,733 miles
    Test number
    274814656319

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass30,974 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    30,974 miles
    Test number
    202526945320

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about R331 ULL

Does R331 ULL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on R331 ULL expired on 18 Aug 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on R331 ULL?
The MOT on R331 ULL expired on 18 Aug 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has R331 ULL done?
R331 ULL was recorded at 89,758 miles at its MOT on 18 Aug 2023, an average of 3,325 miles a year.
Has R331 ULL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R331 ULL has failed 9 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Aug 2023.
Has the mileage on R331 ULL 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 R331 ULL find?
R331 ULL failed its latest MOT on 18 Aug 2023 with 15 major defects and 2 advisories: central exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases; emissions unable to be completed due to front and center leaking; exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak, and 14 more.

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