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Honda Accord

Black · Petrol · 1998 · 1,997 cc

S78 VPVMOT history

S78 VPV is a black petrol Honda Accord first used on 10 Nov 1998. Its MOT is valid until 18 Apr 2027 and it has passed 5 of 8 MOT tests, with 151,601 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 18 Apr 2027
Mileage
151,601 mi
At MOT on 2 Apr 2026
MOT tests
8
5 passed · 3 failed
Per year
5,129 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S78 VPV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Honda
Model
Accord
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,997 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
10 Nov 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S78 VPV was last recorded at 151,601 miles on 2 Apr 2026, 3,584 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
148,017 miles · 15 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
3,584 miles
Average per year
5,129 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 151,601 miles
  • 2025 – 148,017 miles
  • 2024 – 143,304 miles
  • 2023 – 138,069 miles
  • 2005 – 46,863 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass151,601 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leaksRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2024

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 Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2026

Full MOT history

8 tests since 31 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass151,601 miles4 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    151,601 miles
    Test number
    849669168265
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leaks

  2. Fail151,601 miles (+3,584)2 major4 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,601 miles
    Test number
    832613037720
    • MajorOffside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leaks

  3. Pass148,017 miles (+4,713)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    148,017 miles
    Test number
    410669116327
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both fronts pads low will need both when replaced (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass143,304 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    143,304 miles
    Test number
    449865012298
    • AdvisoryOil leaks

  5. Fail143,303 miles (+5,234)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,303 miles
    Test number
    742300076652
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorRear fog lamp switch not operating in accordance with the requirements light on all the time (4.5.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leaks

  6. Pass138,069 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    138,069 miles
    Test number
    731231228500
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  7. Fail138,069 miles (+91,206)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,069 miles
    Test number
    577584693811
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  8. Pass46,863 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    46,863 miles
    Test number
    473024705459

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S78 VPV

Does S78 VPV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S78 VPV is valid until 18 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on S78 VPV?
The MOT on S78 VPV is valid until 18 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S78 VPV done?
S78 VPV was recorded at 151,601 miles at its MOT on 2 Apr 2026, an average of 5,129 miles a year.
Has S78 VPV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S78 VPV has failed 3 of its 8 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on S78 VPV 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 S78 VPV find?
S78 VPV passed its latest MOT on 2 Apr 2026 with 4 minor defects and 1 advisory: nearside track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; nearside windscreen wiper blade defective; offside track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt, and 2 more.

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