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Honda Prelude

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,997 cc

T169 NLBMOT history

T169 NLB is a blue petrol Honda Prelude first used on 8 Jun 1999. Its MOT expired on 18 Dec 2023 and it has passed 15 of 24 MOT tests, with 175,751 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Dec 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 18 Dec 2023
Mileage
175,751 mi
At MOT on 19 Dec 2022
MOT tests
24
15 passed · 9 failed
Per year
5,251 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T169 NLB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Honda
Model
Prelude
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,997 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
8 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 18 Dec 2023
Latest MOT test
19 Dec 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T169 NLB was last recorded at 175,751 miles on 19 Dec 2022, 202 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Dec 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 18 Dec 2013: 145,086 miles, lower than 146,241 miles on 2 Apr 2012.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
175,549 miles · 15 Dec 2022
Between the last two tests
202 miles
Average per year
5,251 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 175,751 miles
  • 2021 – 168,159 miles
  • 2020 – 166,798 miles
  • 2019 – 165,638 miles
  • 2018 – 160,826 miles
  • 2017 – 153,143 miles
  • 2016 – 152,451 miles
  • 2015 – 150,159 miles
  • 2014 – 147,091 miles
  • 2013 – 145,086 miles
  • 2012 – 146,241 miles
  • 2010 – 126,243 miles
  • 2009 – 109,022 miles
  • 2008 – 98,181 miles
  • 2006 – 90,661 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass175,751 miles
  • MinorRear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated nearside and offside (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside and offside perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output nearside and offside (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced nearside and offside rear arches (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced general corrosion to rear off chassis been undersealed (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced nearside and offside inner sills corroded been undersealed has side skirts fitted (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Offside Obligatory mirror slightly loose

    Minor4 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Exhaust system corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

24 tests since 5 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass175,751 miles (+202)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    175,751 miles
    Test number
    642158267889
    • MinorRear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated nearside and offside (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside and offside perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output nearside and offside (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced nearside and offside rear arches (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced general corrosion to rear off chassis been undersealed (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced nearside and offside inner sills corroded been undersealed has side skirts fitted (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Fail175,549 miles (+7,390)1 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,549 miles
    Test number
    600308708536
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill corroded within 30cm of seat belt anchorage (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorRear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated nearside and offside (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside and offside perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output nearside and offside (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced nearside and offside rear arches (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced general corrosion to rear off chassis been undersealed (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced nearside and offside inner sills corroded been undersealed has side skirts fitted (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass168,159 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    168,159 miles
    Test number
    293391197707
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOsf brake slightly binding

  4. Fail168,159 miles (+1,361)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,159 miles
    Test number
    529109050694
    • Repaired at testAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOsf brake slightly binding

  5. Pass166,798 miles (+14)1 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    166,798 miles
    Test number
    333907183030
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm worn on inner and outer edges 205/55 16 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear rear bumper and wheel arches taped up
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  6. Fail166,784 miles (+1,146)3 major1 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,784 miles
    Test number
    605680418802
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm worn on inner and outer edges 205/55 16 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear rear bumper and wheel arches taped up
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  7. Pass165,638 miles (+4,812)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    165,638 miles
    Test number
    672197743680
    • MinorNearside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge low & void of tread on the inner portion of the tyre ( Borderline pass. Replacement recommended ) (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass160,826 miles (+25)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    160,826 miles
    Test number
    454698100393
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Fail160,801 miles (+7,658)1 dangerous7 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,801 miles
    Test number
    997307574119
    • DangerousOffside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction indicating a malfuction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake cable guide defective and affecting operation (1.1.15 (d))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake cable has restricted free movement (1.1.15 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake lever has restricted free movement caliper lever (1.1.15 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill area (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake pads have had excessive heat applied
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass153,143 miles (+38)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    153,143 miles
    Test number
    741639277464
    • AdvisoryALL brake backing plates heavily corroded ) ( Replacement advised
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced poor dipped beam image emitted from headlight unit (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced no dipped beam image emitted from headlight unit (1.7.5a)

  11. Fail153,105 miles (+654)7 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,105 miles
    Test number
    291074933239
    • FailureFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle there is a 32% imbalance across the front axle biased to the nearside front (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect no dipped beam image (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryALL brake backing plates heavily corroded ) ( Replacement advised
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced poor dipped beam image emitted from headlight unit (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face of the disc heavily corroded (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced no dipped beam image emitted from headlight unit (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face of the disc heavily corroded (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

  12. Pass152,451 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    152,451 miles
    Test number
    388629628330
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear bumper taped up at sides
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryPlastic sill covers fitted

  13. Fail152,451 miles (+2,292)4 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,451 miles
    Test number
    941609205372
    • FailureFront Battery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureNearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear bumper taped up at sides
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryPlastic sill covers fitted

  14. Pass150,159 miles (+6)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    150,159 miles
    Test number
    409596726916
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryUnable to see outer sills due to covers fitted
    • AdvisoryUnder vehicle has slight corrosion

  15. Fail150,153 miles (+3,062)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,153 miles
    Test number
    253833946474
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryUnable to see outer sills due to covers fitted
    • AdvisoryUnder vehicle has slight corrosion

  16. Pass147,091 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    147,091 miles
    Test number
    246467214336
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteRear bumper insecure
    • NoteUnable to see outer sills due to covers fitted

  17. Fail147,091 miles (+2,005)4 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,091 miles
    Test number
    516756514365
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteRear bumper insecure
    • NoteUnable to see outer sills due to covers fitted

  18. Pass145,086 miles (-1,155)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    145,086 miles
    Test number
    869682253362
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteRear bumper insecure
    • NoteUnable to see outer sills due to covers fitted

  19. Pass146,241 miles (+19,998)
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    146,241 miles
    Test number
    195493792490

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass126,243 miles (+17,221)
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    126,243 miles
    Test number
    373149940464

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass109,022 miles (+10,841)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2010
    Odometer
    109,022 miles
    Test number
    643805029155
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  22. Pass98,181 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    98,181 miles
    Test number
    854512008139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail98,180 miles (+7,519)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,180 miles
    Test number
    681341608179
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  24. Pass90,661 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    90,661 miles
    Test number
    584468776281
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Questions about T169 NLB

Does T169 NLB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T169 NLB expired on 18 Dec 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T169 NLB?
The MOT on T169 NLB expired on 18 Dec 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T169 NLB done?
T169 NLB was recorded at 175,751 miles at its MOT on 19 Dec 2022, an average of 5,251 miles a year.
Has T169 NLB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T169 NLB has failed 9 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Dec 2022.
Has the mileage on T169 NLB ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 18 Dec 2013. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T169 NLB find?
T169 NLB passed its latest MOT on 19 Dec 2022 with 1 minor defect and 7 advisories: rear upper suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated nearside and offside; front anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside and offside perished; front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output nearside and offside, and 5 more.

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