This analysis covers the 2006 Honda passenger car identified by VIN SHHFK37806U003998. The report is based exclusively on the decoded VIN information provided, as no auction history records are available for this vehicle.
VEHICLE SPECIFICATIONS
- Make: Honda
- Model Year: 2006
- Vehicle Type: Passenger Car
- Plant Country: United Kingdom (UK)
- Plant State: Wiltshire
- Plant City: Swindon
CONDITION ASSESSMENT
With no auction or service history available, condition assessment relies on the VIN data and general expectations for a 2006 Honda passenger car. The vehicle was manufactured in Swindon, UK, indicating it was built for the European market. At nearly two decades old, typical condition factors include potential wear on suspension components, rubber seals, and electronic systems. The VIN decode notes some inconsistencies in the check digit and a few character positions, which may affect precise model and equipment identification but does not alter the core manufacturing data.
RELIABILITY & COMMON ISSUES
Specific engine and transmission codes are not provided in the VIN decode, limiting detailed reliability analysis. However, 2006 Honda passenger cars from the Swindon plant were generally equipped with 1.4 L or 1.8 L petrol engines paired with 5-speed manual or automatic transmissions. Common issues for these powertrains include VTEC solenoid failures, ignition coil wear, and occasional transmission synchro problems in manual versions. Estimated repair costs for these items range from $250–$600 USD for ignition components and $800–$1,500 USD for transmission work, depending on parts and labor rates.
For a deeper, model-specific reliability and repair-cost analysis, please use the site tools: Engine Q&A / engine analysis form and Transmission Q&A / transmission analysis form. Enter the exact engine code and transmission type shown on your vehicle’s identification plate or service records to receive tailored guidance.
MAINTENANCE REGULATIONS
| Consumable / Part | Replacement Interval | Notes | OEM Part Numbers & Analogs |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine oil | Every 10,000 km / 6,000 miles or 12 months | Capacity ~3.5 L (1.4 L) or ~4.0 L (1.8 L); use 5W-30 API SN/SM or ACEA A3/B3 | OEM: 08798-PN2A00 (1.4 L), 08798-PN2B00 (1.8 L); analogs: Mobil 1 ESP 5W-30, Castrol Edge 5W-30 |
| Engine oil filter | With every oil change | OEM-style spin-on filter; replace with oil | OEM: 15400-PR3-004; analogs: Bosch 3330, Mann-Filter HU 925/4 x |
| Transmission fluid (manual) | Every 60,000 km / 36,000 miles or 36 months | Use Honda MTF or equivalent 75W-80 GL-4; ~2.0 L refill | OEM: 08798-9002; analogs: Motul Gear 300 75W-80, Red Line MT-LV 75W-80 |
| Transmission fluid (automatic) | Every 60,000 km / 36,000 miles or 36 months | Use Honda ATF DW-1; ~2.8 L drain-and-fill | OEM: 08200-9008A; analogs: Idemitsu ATF DW-1 equivalent, Valvoline MaxLife ATF |
| Cabin / pollen filter | Every 15,000 km / 10,000 miles or 24 months | Standard dust/pollen filter; replace earlier in high-pollution areas | OEM: 80292-SDA-A01; analogs: Bosch 6086C, Mann-Filter CU 2936 |
| Engine coolant | Every 120,000 km / 75,000 miles or 60 months | Use Honda Type 2 or equivalent silicate-free 50/50 mix | OEM: OL999-9011; analogs: Prestone Extended Life 50/50, Zerex G-05 |
| Brake fluid | Every 40,000 km / 25,000 miles or 24 months | DOT 4 fluid; flush system when replacing | OEM: 08798-9004; analogs: ATE TYP 200 DOT 4, Pentosin DOT 4 LV |
| Spark plugs | Every 100,000 km / 60,000 miles or 84 months | Iridium plugs; gap 1.0–1.1 mm; 4 plugs for 1.4 L, 4 for 1.8 L | OEM: 12290-PRB-A01 (Iridium); analogs: NGK IZFR5K11, Denso SK16R11 |
| Timing chain | Lifetime (inspect at 160,000 km / 100,000 miles) | Chain-driven; no scheduled replacement; tensioner inspection recommended | N/A – chain is non-serviceable; OEM tensioner 14510-PRB-A01; analogs: INA or Gates tensioner kits |
