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AV52 SXM

2003 Honda Civic

Blue Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2018
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

182,916 mi
Last recorded182,916 miles
Recorded on18 Jan 2018
Typical for 2003 Honda Civic72,351 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV52 SXM
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Fail 18 Jan 2018 182,916 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault eps (3.4.1c)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit and worn on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit and worn on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

engine management

Pass 30 Jan 2017 168,433 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 19 Jan 2017 168,307 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

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

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 19 Jan 2016 152,186 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2016 152,186 miles

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

Pass 26 Jan 2015 137,828 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 28 Jan 2014 123,322 miles

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

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

Fail 28 Jan 2014 123,321 miles

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

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

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

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

Pass 29 Jan 2013 111,691 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 26 Jan 2012 99,394 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2011 84,638 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2010 71,437 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2010 71,436 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 29 Jan 2009 60,412 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2009 60,344 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Pass 25 Jan 2008 48,725 miles

Nearside Inner Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 30 Jan 2007 36,532 miles

Nearside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Inner Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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AV52 SXM is a 2003 Honda Civic in Blue with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AV52 SXM, 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.

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What year was AV52 SXM registered?

AV52 SXM is a 2003 Honda Civic, first registered on 17 February 2003.

Is AV52 SXM safe to buy?

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