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AK05 DFV

2005 Honda Civic

Black Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Dec 2021
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

164,921 mi
Last recorded164,921 miles
Recorded on23 Dec 2020
Typical for 2005 Honda Civic72,048 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK05 DFV
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Dec 2020 164,921 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2019 149,618 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2018 144,889 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2017 141,818 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2016 136,951 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2016 136,599 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2015 133,047 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2015 133,047 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively new wipers fitted (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working new bulb fitted (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively wiper fitted (8.2.2)

Fail 3 Oct 2014 122,028 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 3 Oct 2014 122,028 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 15 Oct 2013 102,561 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

offside rear tyre on 2.5mm tread depth

rear brake discs in poor condition

Pass 9 Oct 2012 89,766 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

offside rear tyre wearing uneven inner edge of tyre in places

Fail 8 Oct 2012 89,759 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

offside rear tyre wearing uneven inner edge of tyre in places

Fail 13 Sep 2011 76,427 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 13 Sep 2011 76,427 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 24 Jun 2010 59,773 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2009 38,909 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2008 29,449 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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AK05 DFV is a 2005 Honda Civic in Black with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2005 Honda Civic models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.4% with a typical mileage of 72,048 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 AK05 DFV, 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 21 years old, this Honda Civic is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AK05 DFV registered?

AK05 DFV is a 2005 Honda Civic, first registered on 30 March 2005.

Is AK05 DFV safe to buy?

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