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FB04 FDV

2004 Honda Civic

Silver Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 May 2019
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

151,121 mi
Last recorded151,121 miles
Recorded on1 May 2018
Typical for 2004 Honda Civic74,453 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFB04 FDV
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 May 2018 151,121 miles

Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

slight corrosion underneath the vehicle.

Pass 2 May 2017 145,124 miles

Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush both (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak ()

slight corrosion underneath the vehicle.

Pass 26 Apr 2016 137,398 miles

Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush both (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

oil leak.

Fail 25 Apr 2016 137,393 miles

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

Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush both (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both (4.1.E.1)

oil leak.

Pass 27 Mar 2015 130,225 miles

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

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 27 Mar 2015 130,225 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 31 Oct 2013 122,313 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2012 114,008 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 2 Nov 2011 101,034 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2011 101,033 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Oct 2010 86,421 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Pass 3 Nov 2009 69,490 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2008 50,271 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2007 36,712 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2007 36,710 miles

Nearside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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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FB04 FDV is a 2004 Honda Civic in Silver with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 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 FB04 FDV, 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.

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What year was FB04 FDV registered?

FB04 FDV is a 2004 Honda Civic, first registered on 21 July 2004.

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