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HF04 XLJ

2004 Honda Civic

Grey Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

155,958 mi
Last recorded155,958 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2017
Typical for 2004 Honda Civic74,453 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF04 XLJ
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2017 155,958 miles

Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output Both sides (1.7.5a)

Fail 5 Oct 2017 155,877 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 7 Oct 2016 150,690 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2015 141,670 miles

Both front suspension arm lower ball joint gaiters twisted

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

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

Nearside rear brake disc corroded

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 7 Jul 2015 141,582 miles

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Both front suspension arm lower ball joint gaiters twisted

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

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

Nearside rear brake disc corroded

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 21 Jun 2014 135,995 miles

both headlights discoloured

Fail 12 Jun 2014 135,976 miles

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

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

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

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

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

both headlights discoloured

handbrake cable adjustment requirred

new brake pads fitted to n/s/r only

Pass 14 Jun 2013 125,842 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2012 117,434 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2012 117,286 miles

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

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

nearside front wheel bearing noisey

Pass 22 Mar 2011 108,846 miles

Oil leak

oil level on dipstick shows min.

Pass 22 Mar 2010 97,745 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2009 80,428 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2008 66,747 miles

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

Pass 27 Mar 2007 51,961 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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HF04 XLJ is a 2004 Honda Civic in Grey with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 HF04 XLJ, 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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HF04 XLJ is a 2004 Honda Civic, first registered on 29 March 2004.

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