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ML54 DFU

2004 Honda Civic

Red Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Nov 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

14,023 mi
Last recorded14,023 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2025
Typical for 2004 Honda Civic74,453 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationML54 DFU
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2025 14,023 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2024 13,576 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2023 13,160 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2022 12,755 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2021 12,290 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2020 11,798 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2019 11,407 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2019 11,407 miles

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 3 Oct 2018 11,130 miles

clutch pedal rubber worn

Pass 3 Oct 2017 10,869 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2016 10,545 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2015 10,246 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2014 10,044 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2013 9,771 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2012 9,281 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2011 8,781 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2010 8,247 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2009 7,700 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2008 6,592 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2007 4,842 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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ML54 DFU is a 2004 Honda Civic in Red with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 ML54 DFU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was ML54 DFU registered?

ML54 DFU is a 2004 Honda Civic, first registered on 1 November 2004.

Is ML54 DFU safe to buy?

The MOT history for ML54 DFU shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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