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LB53 TAU

2004 Honda Civic

Blue Diesel 1686cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2017
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

137,963 mi
Last recorded137,963 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2016
Typical for 2004 Honda Civic74,453 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB53 TAU
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,686cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2016 137,963 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2016 137,963 miles

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

Pass 19 Aug 2015 123,542 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2014 109,676 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2014 109,676 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 20 Aug 2013 97,094 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2012 90,004 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2012 90,004 miles

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

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

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

Pass 1 Sep 2011 83,799 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2011 83,799 miles

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

Pass 6 Sep 2010 78,380 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Aug 2009 72,873 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2008 67,342 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2007 59,982 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2006 47,417 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2006 47,417 miles

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

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 TAU is a 2004 Honda Civic in Blue with a 1,686cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 TAU, 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 LB53 TAU registered?

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

Is LB53 TAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LB53 TAU shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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