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AV53 URG

2003 Honda Civic

Blue Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2020
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

117,724 mi
Last recorded117,724 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2019
Typical for 2003 Honda Civic72,351 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV53 URG
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2019 117,724 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))

Front Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened both top mounts (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 14 Sep 2018 109,021 miles

Front All direction indicators slightly discoloured both side (4.4.3 (a))

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

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

Fail 14 Sep 2018 109,021 miles

Front All direction indicators slightly discoloured both side (4.4.3 (a))

Front Position lamp not working both side (4.2.1 (a))

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

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 26 Sep 2017 94,235 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2016 75,741 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2016 75,741 miles

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

Nearside Front suspension has excessive movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 10 Sep 2015 68,121 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2015 68,121 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 22 Sep 2014 64,231 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2013 59,196 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2013 59,196 miles

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

Pass 15 Sep 2012 52,819 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2012 52,819 miles

Nearside Road wheel spoke missing (4.2.A.1b)

Nearside coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 18 Oct 2011 48,406 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2010 38,072 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2009 27,513 miles

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

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 15 Oct 2009 27,503 miles

Offside Front Macpherson strut has excessive play in the sliding bush or gland (2.5.B.1b)

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

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 13 Oct 2007 22,934 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2006 19,360 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 URG is a 2003 Honda Civic in Blue with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 AV53 URG, 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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AV53 URG is a 2003 Honda Civic, first registered on 24 October 2003.

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