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LB53 UPK

2004 Honda Civic

Grey Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jan 2027
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

39,586 mi
Last recorded39,586 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2026
Typical for 2004 Honda Civic74,453 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB53 UPK
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2026 39,586 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2024 37,668 miles

Central Rear Brake light not working

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Tyre valve perishing

Pass 8 Jan 2024 37,609 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 29 Dec 2022 37,406 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 6 Jan 2022 37,178 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2022 37,178 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 17 Dec 2020 36,998 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both side (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 31 Dec 2019 36,829 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2018 36,401 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2018 36,401 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both sides (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 27 Dec 2017 36,054 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2017 35,512 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2017 35,512 miles

Offside Front Tie bar/rod insecure link rod (2.4.G.1)

Pass 16 Dec 2015 34,829 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2014 33,086 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2013 31,979 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2012 31,028 miles
Fail 28 Dec 2012 31,027 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 21 Dec 2011 30,129 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2010 28,520 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2009 26,671 miles
Fail 29 Dec 2008 24,362 miles

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

Pass 29 Dec 2008 24,362 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2007 20,814 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Jan 2007 16,025 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 UPK is a 2004 Honda Civic in Grey with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 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 LB53 UPK, 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 UPK registered?

LB53 UPK is a 2004 Honda Civic, first registered on 8 January 2004.

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