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LB53 SZU

2004 Honda Civic

Blue Petrol 1686cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jan 2022
Tests23 (15 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate65.2%

Mileage

169,187 mi
Last recorded169,187 miles
Recorded on18 Jan 2021
Typical for 2004 Honda Civic74,453 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB53 SZU
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,686cc

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MOT History

15 pass 8 fail
Pass 18 Jan 2021 169,187 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 18 Jan 2021 169,187 miles

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Dec 2019 161,841 miles

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

Nearside Front slight brake bind

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

sill areas not fully checked due to covers fitted

Pass 7 Jan 2019 152,994 miles

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

oil leak from engine

sill areas not fully checked due to covers fitted

Fail 5 Jan 2019 152,994 miles

Offside Front All position lamps not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

battery not fully surecure

oil leak from engine

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

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

sill areas not fully checked due to covers fitted

Pass 19 Jan 2018 145,388 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2016 142,536 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2016 142,536 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 12 Dec 2015 139,827 miles

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

Fail 12 Dec 2015 139,827 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 8 Dec 2014 136,756 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Fail 6 Dec 2014 136,748 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Pass 18 Nov 2013 134,005 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2012 121,003 miles

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

Pass 11 Nov 2011 112,002 miles

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

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

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

rear discs slightly rusted and scord

slight travel on handbrake

Fail 11 Nov 2011 112,002 miles

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

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

rear discs slightly rusted and scord

slight travel on handbrake

Fail 12 Nov 2010 109,007 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 12 Nov 2010 109,007 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 13 Nov 2009 90,734 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2009 90,734 miles

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

Pass 15 Nov 2008 82,634 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2007 71,811 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2006 55,022 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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LB53 SZU is a 2004 Honda Civic in Blue with a 1,686cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.2%.

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 LB53 SZU, 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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LB53 SZU is a 2004 Honda Civic, first registered on 7 January 2004.

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