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Honda Prelude

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,997 cc

T45 MLFMOT history

T45 MLF is a silver petrol Honda Prelude first used on 1 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 26 Jul 2027 and it has passed 21 of 33 MOT tests, with 146,211 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 26 Jul 2027
Mileage
146,211 mi
At MOT on 17 Jul 2026
MOT tests
33
21 passed · 12 failed
Per year
3,925 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T45 MLF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Honda
Model
Prelude
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,997 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T45 MLF was last recorded at 146,211 miles on 17 Jul 2026, 51 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
146,160 miles · 10 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
51 miles
Average per year
3,925 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 146,211 miles
  • 2025 – 141,511 miles
  • 2024 – 136,782 miles
  • 2023 – 133,710 miles
  • 2022 – 129,302 miles
  • 2021 – 126,760 miles
  • 2020 – 125,662 miles
  • 2019 – 124,077 miles
  • 2018 – 121,943 miles
  • 2017 – 119,838 miles
  • 2016 – 113,493 miles
  • 2015 – 108,561 miles
  • 2014 – 102,004 miles
  • 2013 – 97,719 miles
  • 2012 – 94,456 miles
  • 2011 – 91,045 miles
  • 2010 – 87,604 miles
  • 2009 – 84,035 miles
  • 2008 – 77,757 miles
  • 2007 – 70,138 miles
  • 2006 – 66,569 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass146,211 miles
  • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Both front coil springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Both rear coil springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryVarious underbody corrosionRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Nearside Headlamp aim too low

    Failure2 MOTs, 2010–2014

  • Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2008–2012

  • Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

Full MOT history

33 tests since 1 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass146,211 miles (+51)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    146,211 miles
    Test number
    677368580369
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Both front coil springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Both rear coil springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVarious underbody corrosion

  2. Fail146,160 miles (+4,649)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,160 miles
    Test number
    306842356773
    • MajorOffside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Both front coil springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Both rear coil springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVarious underbody corrosion

  3. Pass141,511 miles (+4,729)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    141,511 miles
    Test number
    392824443566
    • AdvisoryCatalytic converter heat shield missing
    • AdvisoryNear side front outer cv boot has a leak
    • AdvisoryNear side front steering rack gator split .
    • AdvisoryOff side front head lamp has slight free movement
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear anti roll bar links , play detected in lower ball joints / knocking .
    • AdvisoryRecommend , links , boot and gator , replacement components within 30 days of inspection due to condition at time of inspection .

  4. Pass136,782 miles (+153)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    136,782 miles
    Test number
    433933918922
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion showing around nsr chassis rail area next to anti roll bar mounting area. seek welding specialist advice

  5. Fail136,629 miles (+2,919)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,629 miles
    Test number
    670248354069
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases exhaust failed on emissions due to corrosion of exhaust resulting in 3 separate exhaust leaks across system front, mid and rear. (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion showing around nsr chassis rail area next to anti roll bad mounting area. seek welding specialist advice
    • AdvisoryMid-rear exhaust hanger broken however system remains secure

  6. Pass133,710 miles (+4,408)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    133,710 miles
    Test number
    223750243916

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass129,302 miles (+2,542)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    129,302 miles
    Test number
    168408678703

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass126,760 miles (+1,098)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    126,760 miles
    Test number
    727007278886

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass125,662 miles (+1,585)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    125,662 miles
    Test number
    954583358387

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass124,077 miles (+2,134)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    124,077 miles
    Test number
    391922451642

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass121,943 miles (+2,105)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    121,943 miles
    Test number
    561291198691

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass119,838 miles (+6,345)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    119,838 miles
    Test number
    883521714526

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass113,493 miles (+4,932)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    113,493 miles
    Test number
    299336828767

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass108,561 miles5 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    108,561 miles
    Test number
    588098995162
    • NoteCorrision on fuel filler pipes
    • NoteEngine oil leak
    • NoteExhaust system corroded
    • NoteRear fuel pipes badly corroded
    • NoteUnderbody corrision

  15. Fail108,561 miles (+6,557)3 failures5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,561 miles
    Test number
    496537795184
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteCorrision on fuel filler pipes
    • NoteEngine oil leak
    • NoteExhaust system corroded
    • NoteRear fuel pipes badly corroded
    • NoteUnderbody corrision

  16. Pass102,004 miles5 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    102,004 miles
    Test number
    398040214261
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteHigh level brake light inop
    • NoteN/s/f tyre worn down on inside edge but no cords visable
    • NoteO/s/f tyre wearing on inner edge
    • NoteUnderside surface corrosion setting in

  17. Fail102,004 miles (+4,285)3 failures5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,004 miles
    Test number
    987780714281
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteHigh level brake light inop
    • NoteN/s/f tyre worn down on inside edge but no cords visable
    • NoteO/s/f tyre wearing on inner edge
    • NoteUnderside surface corrosion setting in

  18. Pass97,719 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    97,719 miles
    Test number
    738962413249
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteVehicle Underside Corroded

  19. Fail97,719 miles (+3,263)4 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,719 miles
    Test number
    468596403265
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteVehicle Underside Corroded

  20. Pass94,456 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2013
    Odometer
    94,456 miles
    Test number
    807111632175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail94,455 miles (+3,410)1 failure3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,455 miles
    Test number
    488710732196
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NotePlastic under tray insecure

  22. Pass91,045 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2012
    Odometer
    91,045 miles
    Test number
    297603031414
    • NoteBattery insecure
    • NoteIgnition switch worn key difficult to operate

  23. Fail91,045 miles (+3,441)5 failures4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,045 miles
    Test number
    879840631132
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBattery insecure
    • NoteIgnition switch worn key difficult to operate
    • NoteN/s/r brake binding
    • NoteO/s/f corner under body sheild insecure

  24. Pass87,604 miles3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2011
    Odometer
    87,604 miles
    Test number
    752863530133
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • NoteSmall crack on indicator lens n/s/f
    • NoteUnderbody surface rust setting in

  25. Fail87,604 miles (+3,569)3 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,604 miles
    Test number
    822203230114
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • NoteSmall crack on indicator lens n/s/f
    • NoteUnderbody surface rust setting in

  26. Pass84,035 miles1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2010
    Odometer
    84,035 miles
    Test number
    194651539177
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • NoteEngine undertray and rear number plate surround loose
    • NoteFuel pipes corroded
    • NoteSlight binding o/s/f brake

  27. Fail84,035 miles (+6,278)3 failures1 repaired3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,035 miles
    Test number
    852286929199
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • FailureRear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • NoteEngine undertray and rear number plate surround loose
    • NoteFuel pipes corroded
    • NoteSlight binding o/s/f brake

  28. Pass77,757 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2009
    Odometer
    77,757 miles
    Test number
    370573328187
    • Note195/60 r 15 88h
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  29. Fail77,757 miles (+7,619)1 failure1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,757 miles
    Test number
    273573128118
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Note195/60 r 15 88h
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  30. Fail70,138 miles2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,138 miles
    Test number
    604205527171
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteN/S/R Brake Binding Slightly.

  31. Pass70,138 miles (+3,569)1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2008
    Odometer
    70,138 miles
    Test number
    882055927192
    • NoteN/S/R Brake Binding Slightly.

  32. Pass66,569 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    66,569 miles
    Test number
    102463996431

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Fail66,569 miles3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,569 miles
    Test number
    523391496075
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Questions about T45 MLF

Does T45 MLF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T45 MLF is valid until 26 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on T45 MLF?
The MOT on T45 MLF is valid until 26 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T45 MLF done?
T45 MLF was recorded at 146,211 miles at its MOT on 17 Jul 2026, an average of 3,925 miles a year.
Has T45 MLF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T45 MLF has failed 12 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on T45 MLF 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 T45 MLF find?
T45 MLF passed its latest MOT on 17 Jul 2026 with 6 advisories: coil spring corroded both front coil springs; coil spring corroded both rear coil springs; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 3 more.

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