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FM53 PFJ

2004 Honda Civic

Grey Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2021
Tests21 (13 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate61.9%

Mileage

138,549 mi
Last recorded138,549 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2020
Typical for 2004 Honda Civic74,453 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM53 PFJ
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

13 pass 8 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2020 138,549 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2019 124,057 miles

Front Coil spring corroded both side (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Fail 4 Mar 2019 124,057 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Front Coil spring corroded both side (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

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

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

Pass 1 Mar 2018 117,278 miles

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

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

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

Fail 1 Mar 2018 117,278 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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

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

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

Pass 19 Sep 2016 107,431 miles

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

Pass 7 Sep 2015 100,742 miles

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

Pass 4 Sep 2014 90,256 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2013 77,518 miles

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

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

front and rear discs rusty

front numberplate cracked

slight condensation o/s headlamp

Fail 4 Sep 2013 77,518 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

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

front and rear discs rusty

front numberplate cracked

slight condensation o/s headlamp

Fail 8 Aug 2012 71,907 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

o/s/f wiper split

o/s/r tyre cracking

rear washer inop

Pass 8 Aug 2012 71,907 miles

o/s/f wiper split

o/s/r tyre cracking

rear washer inop

Pass 19 Jul 2011 64,744 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 19 Jul 2011 64,744 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 9 Aug 2010 54,961 miles

Front tyres 3mm

N/S/R tyre 3mm

Fail 9 Aug 2010 54,961 miles

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Front tyres 3mm

N/S/R tyre 3mm

Pass 11 Aug 2009 44,549 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2009 44,538 miles

Nearside Hazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)

Fail 11 Aug 2008 32,786 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 11 Aug 2008 32,786 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2007 22,442 miles

front brake pads low(not below minimum thickness)

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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FM53 PFJ is a 2004 Honda Civic in Grey with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.9%.

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 FM53 PFJ, 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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FM53 PFJ is a 2004 Honda Civic, first registered on 4 February 2004.

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