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AK03 UCN

2003 Honda Civic

Red Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Oct 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

115,702 mi
Last recorded115,702 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 Honda Civic72,351 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK03 UCN
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2025 115,702 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front headlamp deeteriorated

Towball/hitch not fitted at time of test ()

Fail 8 Oct 2025 115,683 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (bulb dim) (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (split) (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Central Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front headlamp deeteriorated

Towball/hitch not fitted at time of test ()

Pass 23 Sep 2024 112,248 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to offside rear, at rear (1.1.11 (c))

Central Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 23 Sep 2024 112,248 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to offside rear, at rear (1.1.11 (c))

Central Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Mar 2023 106,870 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 26% (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Mar 2022 101,137 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 16 Mar 2022 101,133 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Mar 2021 94,557 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view along bottom of screen (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Mar 2020 88,761 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2019 80,664 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2018 70,615 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2017 60,772 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 3 Mar 2016 55,590 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2015 53,511 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2014 50,568 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2013 48,331 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2012 45,293 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2011 41,841 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2010 38,153 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2009 32,415 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2008 25,574 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2007 19,112 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2006 13,566 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Civic?

Based on 9,391,580 MOT tests across 693,715 vehicles.

73.7%
Pass Rate
6,044
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
693,715
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 307,913
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 187,316
Stop lamp not working 163,967
position lamp(s) not working 160,748
constant velocity joint gaiter split 132,914
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AK03 UCN is a 2003 Honda Civic in Red with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

Across all 2003 Honda Civic models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.1% with a typical mileage of 72,351 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda Civic fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 307,913 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AK03 UCN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Civic typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 23 years old, this Honda Civic is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AK03 UCN registered?

AK03 UCN is a 2003 Honda Civic, first registered on 27 March 2003.

Is AK03 UCN safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK03 UCN shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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