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BD03 AOU

2003 Honda Civic

Silver Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jan 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

87,845 mi
Last recorded87,845 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2026
Typical for 2003 Honda Civic72,351 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD03 AOU
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2026 87,845 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 19 Dec 2025 87,842 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Dec 2024 73,442 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2023 66,885 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 20 Dec 2022 64,501 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2022 62,270 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 6 Jan 2021 60,312 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2019 59,113 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2018 58,485 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

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

Pass 6 Jul 2017 57,571 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2016 56,329 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2015 55,090 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2014 53,824 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2013 52,592 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2012 50,747 miles

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

nsr tyre deteriorating

Pass 23 Jun 2011 48,783 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2010 47,356 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2009 42,547 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2008 36,542 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2008 36,542 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 19 Apr 2007 29,585 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 19 Apr 2007 29,585 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2006 21,287 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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BD03 AOU is a 2003 Honda Civic in Silver 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 BD03 AOU, 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 BD03 AOU registered?

BD03 AOU is a 2003 Honda Civic, first registered on 25 April 2003.

Is BD03 AOU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD03 AOU 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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