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FV53 TJO

2004 Honda Civic

Blue Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Oct 2026
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

100,073 mi
Last recorded100,073 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2025
Typical for 2004 Honda Civic74,453 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV53 TJO
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2025 100,073 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2024 98,129 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2024 98,128 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Oct 2023 95,822 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2023 95,821 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Oct 2022 93,822 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2021 88,494 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2021 88,494 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Sep 2020 86,004 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2019 81,939 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2018 78,514 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2017 76,149 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2016 73,581 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2015 68,389 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2014 59,706 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2013 52,852 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2012 46,522 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 31 May 2011 43,383 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2010 40,651 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2009 37,089 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2008 31,371 miles

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

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

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

Pass 15 Aug 2007 26,888 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2007 26,888 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

o/s/rr brake binding slightly

Pass 1 Sep 2006 20,108 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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FV53 TJO is a 2004 Honda Civic in Blue with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 FV53 TJO, 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 FV53 TJO registered?

FV53 TJO is a 2004 Honda Civic, first registered on 7 January 2004.

Is FV53 TJO safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV53 TJO shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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