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EX54 DSE

2004 Honda Civic

Silver Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Aug 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

86,395 mi
Last recorded86,395 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2026
Typical for 2004 Honda Civic74,453 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX54 DSE
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2026 86,395 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Jul 2025 80,018 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both front (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 13 Aug 2024 77,107 miles

Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output Both sides (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 22 Jul 2023 72,604 miles

Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 22 Jul 2023 72,604 miles

Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Aug 2022 68,205 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 30 Jul 2021 63,980 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2021 63,980 miles

Nearside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Jul 2020 60,696 miles

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 23 Jul 2019 58,477 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 4 Aug 2018 55,548 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Jul 2017 52,239 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2016 48,192 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2015 45,325 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2014 42,240 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2013 39,786 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2012 35,683 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2011 31,464 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2010 28,461 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2009 25,965 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Pass 13 Aug 2008 23,528 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2007 20,816 miles

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

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

Fail 14 Aug 2007 20,816 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front 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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EX54 DSE is a 2004 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 2004 Honda Civic models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.2% with a typical mileage of 74,453 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 EX54 DSE, 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 22 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 EX54 DSE registered?

EX54 DSE is a 2004 Honda Civic, first registered on 6 October 2004.

Is EX54 DSE safe to buy?

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