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HC04 EKL

2004 Honda Civic

Blue Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jan 2020
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

122,393 mi
Last recorded122,393 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2019
Typical for 2004 Honda Civic74,453 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHC04 EKL
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2019 122,393 miles

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

Fail 12 Jan 2019 122,391 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 15 Sep 2017 96,683 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2017 96,683 miles

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

Pass 31 Aug 2016 88,223 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

both front tyres wearing slightly on inner edges

o/s/f tyre has a slight cut in tread

Pass 24 Aug 2015 82,078 miles

Offside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

brake pedal rubber becoming worn

Pass 14 Aug 2014 76,112 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

both front tyres worn on inner edges

nearside front wiper blade splitting

Pass 21 Aug 2013 68,456 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2012 60,755 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2011 53,493 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2010 45,996 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2009 35,936 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

recommend front brake discs at next pad change

Pass 20 Aug 2008 26,902 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2007 18,023 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2007 17,636 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nail in nearside front tyre

Nail in nearside rear tyre

nearside front tyre at 3mm

nearside rear tyre at 1.6mm on edge

offside front tyre at 3mm

offside rear tyre at 1.6mm on edge

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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HC04 EKL is a 2004 Honda Civic in Blue with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 HC04 EKL, 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 HC04 EKL registered?

HC04 EKL is a 2004 Honda Civic, first registered on 27 July 2004.

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