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AV53 AFJ

2003 Honda Civic

Silver Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

103,593 mi
Last recorded103,593 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2016
Typical for 2003 Honda Civic72,351 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV53 AFJ
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2016 103,593 miles

Both front coil springs rusty

NOTE..Damage to n/s/f lower bumper

Fail 2 Aug 2016 103,592 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc CV GAITER SPLIT (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed Worn to cords 195/60 15 v (4.1.D.1b)

Both front coil springs rusty

NOTE..Damage to n/s/f lower bumper

Pass 21 Jul 2015 95,676 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 21 Jul 2015 95,674 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 28 Jul 2014 90,274 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2013 84,171 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Fail 11 Jul 2013 84,171 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 12 Jul 2012 78,367 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2011 73,113 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2010 67,462 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2009 61,938 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

both rear tyres cracked

Pass 20 Aug 2008 104,955 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2007 78,590 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2007 78,590 miles

Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 31 Aug 2006 56,955 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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AV53 AFJ is a 2003 Honda Civic in Silver with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 AV53 AFJ, 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 AV53 AFJ registered?

AV53 AFJ is a 2003 Honda Civic, first registered on 1 September 2003.

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