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Honda Prelude

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 2,157 cc

T709 MLCMOT history

T709 MLC is a black petrol Honda Prelude first used on 10 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 4 Feb 2027 and it has passed 15 of 21 MOT tests, with 78,454 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 4 Feb 2027
Mileage
78,454 mi
At MOT on 5 Feb 2026
MOT tests
21
15 passed · 6 failed
Per year
1,948 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T709 MLC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Honda
Model
Prelude
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,157 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
10 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T709 MLC was last recorded at 78,454 miles on 5 Feb 2026, 19 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
78,435 miles · 13 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
19 miles
Average per year
1,948 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 78,454 miles
  • 2024 – 77,414 miles
  • 2018 – 73,231 miles
  • 2017 – 68,547 miles
  • 2016 – 66,217 miles
  • 2015 – 63,539 miles
  • 2014 – 60,573 miles
  • 2013 – 57,872 miles
  • 2012 – 54,393 miles
  • 2011 – 51,652 miles
  • 2010 – 49,364 miles
  • 2009 – 47,539 miles
  • 2008 – 44,924 miles
  • 2007 – 42,326 miles
  • 2006 – 39,552 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass78,454 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))Recorded 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 Rear Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Offside Rear Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

21 tests since 17 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass78,454 miles (+19)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    78,454 miles
    Test number
    380013701788
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  2. Fail78,435 miles (+1,021)1 major3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,435 miles
    Test number
    444600715104
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MinorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Lower dust cover (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Rear silencer (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass77,414 miles (+4,183)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    77,414 miles
    Test number
    986910016866
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass73,231 miles (+4,684)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    73,231 miles
    Test number
    655761288657

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass68,547 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    68,547 miles
    Test number
    951331911807
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  6. Fail68,547 miles (+2,330)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,547 miles
    Test number
    267796975936
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  7. Pass66,217 miles (+2,678)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    66,217 miles
    Test number
    885209179928
    • AdvisoryFront front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  8. Pass63,539 miles (+2,966)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    63,539 miles
    Test number
    508147345065
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  9. Pass60,573 miles (+2,701)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    60,573 miles
    Test number
    235711954087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass57,872 miles (+3,479)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    57,872 miles
    Test number
    726584353087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass54,393 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    54,393 miles
    Test number
    327571452022

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail54,393 miles (+2,741)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,393 miles
    Test number
    118771152427
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  13. Pass51,652 miles (+2,288)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    51,652 miles
    Test number
    365343151061
    • 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)

  14. Fail49,364 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,364 miles
    Test number
    111603550446
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  15. Pass49,364 miles (+1,825)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    49,364 miles
    Test number
    264423650042

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass47,539 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    47,539 miles
    Test number
    610905459063

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail47,539 miles (+2,615)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,539 miles
    Test number
    711984459048
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  18. Pass44,924 miles (+2,598)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    44,924 miles
    Test number
    711132158027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass42,326 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    42,326 miles
    Test number
    110711857027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail42,326 miles (+2,774)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,326 miles
    Test number
    642231957018
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  21. Pass39,552 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    39,552 miles
    Test number
    242008346018

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T709 MLC

Does T709 MLC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T709 MLC is valid until 4 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on T709 MLC?
The MOT on T709 MLC is valid until 4 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T709 MLC done?
T709 MLC was recorded at 78,454 miles at its MOT on 5 Feb 2026, an average of 1,948 miles a year.
Has T709 MLC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T709 MLC has failed 6 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on T709 MLC 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 T709 MLC find?
T709 MLC passed its latest MOT on 5 Feb 2026 with 1 advisory: nearside rear tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer sidewall.

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