
Honda Prelude
Silver and Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 2,157 cc
T538 RMXMOT history
T538 RMX is a silver and blue petrol Honda Prelude first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT expired on 20 Dec 2025 and it has passed 18 of 35 MOT tests, with 175,498 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Dec 2024.
- MOT
- Expired
- On 20 Dec 2025
- Mileage
- 175,498 mi
- At MOT on 16 Dec 2024
- MOT tests
- 35
- 18 passed · 17 failed
- Per year
- 5,500 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- T538 RMX
- Registration format
- Prefix (1983 to 2001)
- Make
- Honda
- Model
- Prelude
- Colour
- Silver and Blue
- Fuel type
- Petrol
- Engine size
- 2,157 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 1999
- First used
- 31 Dec 1999
- MOT status
- MOT expired on 20 Dec 2025
- Latest MOT test
- 16 Dec 2024 (Pass)
Mileage history
T538 RMX was last recorded at 175,498 miles on 16 Dec 2024, 10 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Dec 2023.
- Previous MOT
- 175,488 miles · 21 Dec 2023
- Between the last two tests
- 10 miles
- Average per year
- 5,500 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2024 – 175,498 miles
- 2023 – 175,488 miles
- 2022 – 174,475 miles
- 2021 – 167,028 miles
- 2020 – 158,648 miles
- 2019 – 155,436 miles
- 2018 – 154,309 miles
- 2017 – 147,676 miles
- 2016 – 142,842 miles
- 2014 – 134,036 miles
- 2013 – 126,289 miles
- 2012 – 118,244 miles
- 2011 – 107,968 miles
- 2010 – 96,771 miles
- 2008 – 89,409 miles
- 2007 – 83,177 miles
- 2006 – 76,270 miles
What the latest MOT found
- MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
- MinorRear Window damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
- AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front slight play inner rack joint
- AdvisoryNearside Rear fuel lines corrosion
- AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
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, 2019–2022
Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
Failure3 MOTs, 2014–2017
Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement
Advisory2 MOTs, 2023
Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam
Major2 MOTs, 2023
Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam
Major2 MOTs, 2023
Parking brake efficiency below requirements
Major2 MOTs, 2023
Full MOT history
35 tests since 1 Dec 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass175,498 miles (+10)2 minor4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 20 Dec 2025
- Odometer
- 175,498 miles
- Test number
- 998331438082
- MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
- MinorRear Window damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front slight play inner rack joint
- AdvisoryNearside Rear fuel lines corrosion
- AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Pass175,488 miles (+7)1 minor2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 20 Dec 2024
- Odometer
- 175,488 miles
- Test number
- 662172779267
- MinorRear Window damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Fail175,481 miles (+12)11 major1 minor2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 175,481 miles
- Test number
- 129950610698
- MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
- MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
- MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
- MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
- MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
- MinorWindow damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Fail175,469 miles (+994)2 dangerous12 major2 minor5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 175,469 miles
- Test number
- 209140491510
- DangerousRear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened BAD CONDITION (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- DangerousBroken glass all over the inside of the vehicle from rear window
- MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel handbrake (1.1.2 (a))
- MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
- MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 215/40/17 (5.2.3 (d) (i))
- MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid blocked jet (3.5 (a))
- MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 215/40/17 (5.2.3 (d) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
- MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
- MinorNearside Front Lower Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
- MinorRear Window damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view missing (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively tight by hand (1.2.1 (f))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin STRONG ADVISE 2MM (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
Pass174,475 miles (+6)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 17 May 2023
- Odometer
- 174,475 miles
- Test number
- 345535255144
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Fail174,469 miles (+7,441)8 major3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 174,469 miles
- Test number
- 784696472227
- MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
- MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexible joint (6.1.2 (a))
- MajorNearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
- MajorOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
- MajorOffside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
- MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorRear fog lamp switch not operating in accordance with the requirements (4.5.3 (a))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Pass167,028 miles (+120)6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 17 May 2022
- Odometer
- 167,028 miles
- Test number
- 178510033479
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryEmissions symbol illuminated on dash panel
- AdvisoryOil warning light flashing
Fail166,908 miles (+8,260)12 major4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 166,908 miles
- Test number
- 637055337371
- MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
- MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
- MajorNearside Rear Inner Position lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill panel (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
- MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
- MajorOffside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
- MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill panel (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Outer Position lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryOil warning light flashing
Pass158,648 miles5 minor2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 25 Mar 2021
- Odometer
- 158,648 miles
- Test number
- 844909288884
- MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
- MinorNearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt split (2.1.3 (g) (i))
- MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective split (3.4 (b) (i))
- MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
- MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective split (3.4 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Fail158,647 miles (+3,211)2 major5 minor2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 158,647 miles
- Test number
- 415331181207
- MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
- MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
- MinorNearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt split (2.1.3 (g) (i))
- MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective split (3.4 (b) (i))
- MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
- MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective split (3.4 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Pass155,436 miles (+1)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 25 Mar 2020
- Odometer
- 155,436 miles
- Test number
- 757006045121
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Fail155,435 miles (+1,126)1 major3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 155,435 miles
- Test number
- 590227620153
- MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Pass154,309 miles
- MOT expiry
- 5 Dec 2019
- Odometer
- 154,309 miles
- Test number
- 394045461877
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail154,309 miles (+1,263)1 repaired
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 154,309 miles
- Test number
- 132477422321
- Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
Pass153,046 miles (+1)1 minor
- MOT expiry
- 16 Aug 2019
- Odometer
- 153,046 miles
- Test number
- 327181590507
- MinorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
Fail153,045 miles (+5,369)1 dangerous4 major1 minor2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 153,045 miles
- Test number
- 379868229886
- DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
- MajorCentral Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
- MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
- MinorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
- Advisory4ws warning light on
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
Pass147,676 miles1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 28 Jun 2018
- Odometer
- 147,676 miles
- Test number
- 874181212019
- Advisory4WS warning lamp on
Fail147,676 miles (+20)3 failures1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 147,676 miles
- Test number
- 212276624433
- FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
- FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
- FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
- Advisory4WS warning lamp on
Fail147,656 miles (+4,814)4 failures4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 147,656 miles
- Test number
- 248622266938
- FailureExhaust emits dense blue smoke at idle (7.3.A.2b)
- FailureExhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)
- FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
- FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
- AdvisoryInner rear sill corroded nearside
- AdvisoryRear no plate damaged
- AdvisorySuspension components corroded front and rear
- AdvisoryTyres fitted to rims are streched and dont appear to be seated on edge of rim advise tyres of correct width for wheels
Pass142,842 miles (+13)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 19 Jan 2017
- Odometer
- 142,842 miles
- Test number
- 411676780590
- Advisory4.w.s light on
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)
Fail142,829 miles (+8,793)9 failures2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 142,829 miles
- Test number
- 554115296055
- FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
- FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases front pipe (7.1.2)
- FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases rear jiont (7.1.2)
- FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
- FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
- FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
- FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill (2.4.A.3)
- FailureOffside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
- FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
- Advisory4.w.s light on
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)
Pass134,036 miles1 dangerous
- MOT expiry
- 2 Sept 2015
- Odometer
- 134,036 miles
- Test number
- 728396644283
- DangerousO/s headlight insecure
Fail134,036 miles (+7,747)1 dangerous5 failures
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 134,036 miles
- Test number
- 278795744287
- DangerousO/s headlight insecure
- FailureCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
- FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
- FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
- FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
- FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Pass126,289 miles
- MOT expiry
- 30 Jun 2014
- Odometer
- 126,289 miles
- Test number
- 439342783120
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail126,289 miles (+8,045)2 failures
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 126,289 miles
- Test number
- 416162983198
- FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
- FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
Pass118,244 miles
- MOT expiry
- 6 Jun 2013
- Odometer
- 118,244 miles
- Test number
- 249023252429
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail118,244 miles (+10,276)1 dangerous7 failures
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 118,244 miles
- Test number
- 627282052109
- DangerousBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)
- FailureBonnet retaining device ineffective (8.4.2)
- FailureNearside Side repeater missing (1.4.A.2b)
- FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
- FailureRear fog lamp insecure (1.3.2a)
- FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
- FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
- FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Pass107,968 miles (+11,197)
- MOT expiry
- 6 Jun 2012
- Odometer
- 107,968 miles
- Test number
- 427347251124
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass96,771 miles
- MOT expiry
- 6 Jun 2011
- Odometer
- 96,771 miles
- Test number
- 950358350134
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail96,770 miles (+756)2 failures
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 96,770 miles
- Test number
- 582088950137
- FailureOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
- FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
Fail96,014 miles (+6,605)4 failures1 note
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 96,014 miles
- Test number
- 322109430109
- FailureCentre Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
- FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
- FailureOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
- FailureOffside Rear Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)
- NoteN/s/front tyre slightly split on outer wall
Pass89,409 miles
- MOT expiry
- 19 Dec 2009
- Odometer
- 89,409 miles
- Test number
- 450005358374
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail89,409 miles (+6,232)2 failures
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 89,409 miles
- Test number
- 472684058428
- FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
- FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Pass83,177 miles (+6,907)
- MOT expiry
- 30 Nov 2008
- Odometer
- 83,177 miles
- Test number
- 400863837421
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass76,270 miles
- MOT expiry
- 30 Nov 2007
- Odometer
- 76,270 miles
- Test number
- 670215236363
No defects or advisories recorded.
Questions about T538 RMX
- Does T538 RMX currently have a valid MOT?
- No. The MOT on T538 RMX expired on 20 Dec 2025, according to DVSA records.
- When is the MOT due on T538 RMX?
- The MOT on T538 RMX expired on 20 Dec 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
- What mileage has T538 RMX done?
- T538 RMX was recorded at 175,498 miles at its MOT on 16 Dec 2024, an average of 5,500 miles a year.
- Has T538 RMX ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. T538 RMX has failed 17 of its 35 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Nov 2023.
- Has the mileage on T538 RMX 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 T538 RMX find?
- T538 RMX passed its latest MOT on 16 Dec 2024 with 2 minor defects and 4 advisories: nearside front headlamp lens slightly defective; rear window damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside front anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 3 more.
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