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OV03 VLB

2003 Honda Civic

Silver Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2020
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

96,135 mi
Last recorded96,135 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2019
Typical for 2003 Honda Civic72,351 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV03 VLB
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2019 96,135 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 23 Jul 2019 96,135 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Aug 2018 80,605 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Jul 2017 64,326 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2016 56,183 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2015 48,133 miles

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

Pass 8 Jul 2014 40,535 miles

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

Fail 8 Jul 2014 40,535 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 9 Jul 2013 36,894 miles

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

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 18 Jul 2012 34,373 miles

front pads getting a little low

front tyres on legal limit - advise replacement asap - 195/60/15

Pass 22 Jul 2011 31,206 miles

advise front brake pads wearing low

advise front tyres wearing low

Pass 14 Jul 2010 27,934 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2010 27,934 miles

Offside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Pass 6 Jul 2009 24,595 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2008 21,499 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2008 21,499 miles

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

Offside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Pass 17 Jul 2007 17,832 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2006 13,406 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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OV03 VLB is a 2003 Honda Civic in Silver with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2003 Honda Civic models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.1% with a typical mileage of 72,351 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 OV03 VLB, 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 23 years old, this Honda Civic is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was OV03 VLB registered?

OV03 VLB is a 2003 Honda Civic, first registered on 1 August 2003.

Is OV03 VLB safe to buy?

The MOT history for OV03 VLB shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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