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NH53 DZL

2004 Honda Civic

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2021
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

179,197 mi
Last recorded179,197 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2021
Typical for 2004 Honda Civic74,453 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNH53 DZL
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Fail 12 Jan 2021 179,197 miles

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded x2 pipes - front to rear /front end section on union (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis leg (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded x2 pipes - front to rear /front end section on union (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced cross member (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively n/s & o/s (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively n/s & o/s (1.2.1 (e))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis rail (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis rail (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel arch corroded

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

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis rail (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis rail (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear Brake application slightly uneven

Pass 14 Jan 2020 169,948 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2020 169,947 miles

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Jan 2019 158,045 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both fronts (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 14 Jan 2019 157,740 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded both front to rears (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both fronts (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake damaged, but the braking system is not adversely affected back plate (1.1.21 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 11 Jan 2018 145,012 miles

underbody corroded

Fail 8 Jan 2018 144,916 miles

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

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

underbody corroded

Pass 24 Jan 2017 132,318 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2016 117,676 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2015 106,244 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2014 95,843 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2013 85,204 miles

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

Pass 17 Jan 2012 74,172 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

unable to fully check outer sills due to plastic covers fitted

Pass 10 Jan 2011 61,170 miles

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

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

unable to fully check outer sills due to plastic covers fitted

Pass 18 Jan 2010 50,151 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2009 42,546 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2009 42,546 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage cracked (2.4.G.1)

Pass 30 Jan 2008 34,742 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2008 34,742 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage worn and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 22 Jan 2007 25,485 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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NH53 DZL is a 2004 Honda Civic in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 NH53 DZL, 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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NH53 DZL is a 2004 Honda Civic, first registered on 29 January 2004.

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