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H2 BYO

1996 Honda Civic

Purple Petrol 2200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Dec 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

169,646 mi
Last recorded169,646 miles
Recorded on13 Dec 2025
Typical for 1996 Honda Civic89,479 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH2 BYO
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year1996
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,200cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Dec 2025 169,646 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2025 167,673 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2021 166,203 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2021 166,203 miles

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

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

Pass 23 May 2020 166,191 miles

Central Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 May 2019 163,612 miles

Central Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 May 2018 159,460 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 26 May 2017 156,564 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 155,789 miles
Pass 15 May 2015 152,110 miles
Pass 30 May 2014 149,570 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

n/s/r tyre stepped on inner edge

Pass 28 May 2013 146,839 miles
Fail 20 May 2013 146,717 miles

Front registration plate character(s) laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Nearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear registration plate character(s) laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Pass 18 May 2012 144,047 miles

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

n/s/r tyre stepped on inner edge

Pass 18 May 2011 137,997 miles
Pass 21 May 2010 132,345 miles

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 23 May 2009 126,800 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2007 118,996 miles

hand brake button sticking

Pass 25 Nov 2006 113,183 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2005 103,264 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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H2 BYO is a 1996 Honda Civic in Purple with a 2,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1996 Honda Civic models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.2% with a typical mileage of 89,479 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 H2 BYO, 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 30 years old, this Honda Civic is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was H2 BYO registered?

H2 BYO is a 1996 Honda Civic, first registered on 1 August 1996.

Is H2 BYO safe to buy?

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