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Honda Prelude

Blue · Petrol · 2000 · 2,157 cc

V696 GWBMOT history

V696 GWB is a blue petrol Honda Prelude first used on 31 Jan 2000. Its MOT is valid until 2 Mar 2027 and it has passed 21 of 29 MOT tests, with 126,469 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 2 Mar 2027
Mileage
126,469 mi
At MOT on 10 Feb 2026
MOT tests
29
21 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,590 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V696 GWB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Honda
Model
Prelude
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,157 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
31 Jan 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V696 GWB was last recorded at 126,469 miles on 10 Feb 2026, 1,646 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
124,823 miles · 18 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
1,646 miles
Average per year
4,590 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 126,469 miles
  • 2025 – 124,823 miles
  • 2024 – 123,281 miles
  • 2023 – 120,254 miles
  • 2022 – 116,557 miles
  • 2021 – 112,957 miles
  • 2020 – 111,029 miles
  • 2019 – 107,773 miles
  • 2018 – 102,639 miles
  • 2017 – 98,843 miles
  • 2016 – 92,739 miles
  • 2015 – 85,885 miles
  • 2014 – 79,480 miles
  • 2013 – 75,579 miles
  • 2012 – 68,655 miles
  • 2011 – 61,317 miles
  • 2010 – 55,736 miles
  • 2009 – 50,240 miles
  • 2008 – 44,641 miles
  • 2007 – 39,681 miles
  • 2006 – 34,500 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass126,469 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear at the rear (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear at the rear (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 8 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 28% - Offside lagging slightly (1.2.1 (b) (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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2014–2018

  • Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor3 MOTs, 2023–2024

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

29 tests since 28 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass126,469 miles (+1,646)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    126,469 miles
    Test number
    207761090877
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear at the rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear at the rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 28% - Offside lagging slightly (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass124,823 miles (+1,542)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    124,823 miles
    Test number
    103411174558
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 30% offside working less (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Pass123,281 miles (+3,027)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    123,281 miles
    Test number
    457773849716
    • MinorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass120,254 miles (+85)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    120,254 miles
    Test number
    610227984324
    • MinorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • 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))

  5. Fail120,169 miles (+3,612)2 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,169 miles
    Test number
    717026478811
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • 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))

  6. Pass116,557 miles2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    116,557 miles
    Test number
    795392076772
    • MinorSuspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both rear upper (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorTrack rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both rear (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail116,557 miles (+15)2 major2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,557 miles
    Test number
    453400677493
    • MajorHeadlamp insecure both (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorSuspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both rear upper (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorTrack rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both rear (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail116,542 miles (+3,585)1 major5 minor16 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,542 miles
    Test number
    633069103908
    • MajorRear Fuel pipe leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement track control arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  9. Pass112,957 miles (+1,928)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    112,957 miles
    Test number
    814467473345

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass111,029 miles (+3,256)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    111,029 miles
    Test number
    136493382085
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Pass107,773 miles (+5,134)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    107,773 miles
    Test number
    146161185616
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass102,639 miles (+255)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    102,639 miles
    Test number
    849207443429
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  13. Fail102,384 miles (+3,541)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,384 miles
    Test number
    568103740750
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  14. Pass98,843 miles (+6,104)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    98,843 miles
    Test number
    326081310284
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  15. Pass92,739 miles (+6,854)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    92,739 miles
    Test number
    333606672181
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  16. Pass85,885 miles (+6,405)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    85,885 miles
    Test number
    147447825000

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass79,480 miles (+11)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    79,480 miles
    Test number
    659804124087
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  18. Fail79,469 miles (+3,890)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,469 miles
    Test number
    925243224081
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  19. Pass75,579 miles (+6,924)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    75,579 miles
    Test number
    747868123051
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  20. Pass68,655 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    68,655 miles
    Test number
    616059702051

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail68,655 miles (+7,338)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,655 miles
    Test number
    925409502024
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  22. Fail61,317 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,317 miles
    Test number
    199307401068
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  23. Pass61,317 miles (+5,581)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    61,317 miles
    Test number
    979107401048

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass55,736 miles (+5,496)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    55,736 miles
    Test number
    721273520034

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass50,240 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    50,240 miles
    Test number
    373347319011
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Fail50,240 miles (+5,599)3 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,240 miles
    Test number
    993607419060
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Outer Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  27. Pass44,641 miles (+4,960)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    44,641 miles
    Test number
    190541418441

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass39,681 miles (+5,181)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    39,681 miles
    Test number
    593327427039
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  29. Pass34,500 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    34,500 miles
    Test number
    580448626072

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V696 GWB

Does V696 GWB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V696 GWB is valid until 2 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on V696 GWB?
The MOT on V696 GWB is valid until 2 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V696 GWB done?
V696 GWB was recorded at 126,469 miles at its MOT on 10 Feb 2026, an average of 4,590 miles a year.
Has V696 GWB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V696 GWB has failed 8 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Feb 2023.
Has the mileage on V696 GWB 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 V696 GWB find?
V696 GWB passed its latest MOT on 10 Feb 2026 with 9 advisories: nearside brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear at the rear; nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; nearside rear integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill, and 6 more.

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