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Honda Prelude

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 1,997 cc

T472 SARMOT history

T472 SAR is a black petrol Honda Prelude first used on 9 Jul 1999. Its MOT expired on 22 Jul 2026 and it has passed 18 of 32 MOT tests, with 173,425 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Jul 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 22 Jul 2026
Mileage
173,425 mi
At MOT on 23 Jul 2025
MOT tests
32
18 passed · 14 failed
Per year
5,305 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T472 SAR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Honda
Model
Prelude
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,997 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
9 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Jul 2026
Latest MOT test
23 Jul 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T472 SAR was last recorded at 173,425 miles on 23 Jul 2025, 8,443 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Jul 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 15 Jun 2017: 155,709 miles, lower than 156,664 miles on 9 Jun 2017.

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
164,982 miles · 2 Jul 2024
Between the last two tests
8,443 miles
Average per year
5,305 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 173,425 miles
  • 2024 – 164,982 miles
  • 2023 – 161,041 miles
  • 2022 – 159,658 miles
  • 2019 – 159,193 miles
  • 2018 – 157,747 miles
  • 2017 – 155,709 miles
  • 2016 – 151,910 miles
  • 2015 – 145,992 miles
  • 2014 – 137,790 miles
  • 2013 – 128,360 miles
  • 2012 – 120,791 miles
  • 2011 – 112,390 miles
  • 2010 – 105,374 miles
  • 2009 – 97,857 miles
  • 2008 – 88,912 miles
  • 2007 – 80,669 miles
  • 2006 – 71,538 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass173,425 miles
  • MinorOffside Indicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))
  • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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.

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2014–2016

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

32 tests since 9 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass173,425 miles (+8,443)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    173,425 miles
    Test number
    733963420692
    • MinorOffside Indicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass164,982 miles (+15)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    164,982 miles
    Test number
    466755136997
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Fail164,967 miles2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,967 miles
    Test number
    930812517028
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail164,967 miles (+3,926)2 dangerous3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,967 miles
    Test number
    663801935603
    • DangerousOffside Rear Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Wheel bearing play so excessive that directional control is impaired both (5.1.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Steering linkage ball joint modification unsafe (2.1.3 (f) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass161,041 miles (+20)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    161,041 miles
    Test number
    976549510451

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail161,021 miles (+12)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,021 miles
    Test number
    338129449171
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

  7. Fail161,009 miles (+1,351)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,009 miles
    Test number
    732538445755
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake cable has restricted free movement (1.1.15 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass159,658 miles (+465)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    159,658 miles
    Test number
    489604283769
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryGeneral body corrosion
    • AdvisorySuspension general corrosion

  9. Pass159,193 miles (+2)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    159,193 miles
    Test number
    111946610069
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll brake discs rusty vehicle may have been laid up
    • AdvisoryUnable to see outer sills due to covers fitted

  10. Fail159,191 miles (+1,444)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,191 miles
    Test number
    170529810881
    • MajorFront Headlamp insecure both (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll brake discs rusty vehicle may have been laid up
    • AdvisoryUnable to see outer sills due to covers fitted

  11. Pass157,747 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    157,747 miles
    Test number
    565032996180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail157,742 miles (+2,033)3 major2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,742 miles
    Test number
    105456102622
    • MajorNearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

  13. Pass155,709 miles (-955)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    155,709 miles
    Test number
    980201835006

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail156,664 miles (+4,754)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,664 miles
    Test number
    638800354384
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

  15. Pass151,910 miles (+6)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    151,910 miles
    Test number
    280468857198
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  16. Fail151,904 miles (+5,912)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,904 miles
    Test number
    127033961312
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  17. Pass145,992 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    145,992 miles
    Test number
    685395655116
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  18. Fail145,988 miles (+8,198)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,988 miles
    Test number
    696312055195
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  19. Pass137,790 miles (+9,430)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    137,790 miles
    Test number
    905804554154
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  20. Pass128,360 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    128,360 miles
    Test number
    455893363190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail128,360 miles (+7,569)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,360 miles
    Test number
    815443463103
    • Repaired at testExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • Repaired at testExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

  22. Pass120,791 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    120,791 miles
    Test number
    655896862104

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail120,791 miles (+8,401)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,791 miles
    Test number
    438226662100
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  24. Pass112,390 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    112,390 miles
    Test number
    755706161149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail112,388 miles (+7,014)1 dangerous2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,388 miles
    Test number
    907956861193
    • DangerousBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

  26. Pass105,374 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    105,374 miles
    Test number
    851177560194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail105,374 miles (+7,517)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,374 miles
    Test number
    122917060174
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside rear brake juddering severely (3.7.A.5b)

  28. Pass97,857 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    97,857 miles
    Test number
    602256059113
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  29. Fail97,846 miles (+8,934)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,846 miles
    Test number
    290706159405
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  30. Pass88,912 miles (+8,243)
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2009
    Odometer
    88,912 miles
    Test number
    254268628193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass80,669 miles (+9,131)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2008
    Odometer
    80,669 miles
    Test number
    950849527184
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  32. Pass71,538 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2007
    Odometer
    71,538 miles
    Test number
    952909926175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T472 SAR

Does T472 SAR currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T472 SAR expired on 22 Jul 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T472 SAR?
The MOT on T472 SAR expired on 22 Jul 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T472 SAR done?
T472 SAR was recorded at 173,425 miles at its MOT on 23 Jul 2025, an average of 5,305 miles a year.
Has T472 SAR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T472 SAR has failed 14 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Jun 2024.
Has the mileage on T472 SAR ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 15 Jun 2017. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T472 SAR find?
T472 SAR passed its latest MOT on 23 Jul 2025 with 2 minor defects and 4 advisories: offside indicator switch faulty; offside rear position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning; nearside front inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 3 more.

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