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OV53 GMF

2003 Honda Civic

Red Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jan 2021
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

98,476 mi
Last recorded98,476 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2019
Typical for 2003 Honda Civic72,351 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV53 GMF
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2019 98,476 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Sep 2018 95,992 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Wishbone front bushes o/s + n/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Various (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both 195/60/15 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Sep 2017 92,402 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Sep 2016 88,853 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2016 88,853 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Pass 12 Sep 2015 80,550 miles

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

Pass 16 Sep 2014 68,766 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 31 Aug 2013 57,919 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 31 Aug 2013 57,919 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2012 47,764 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2011 44,282 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2010 41,480 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2009 39,361 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2008 36,427 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2007 33,122 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2006 29,960 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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OV53 GMF is a 2003 Honda Civic in Red with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 OV53 GMF, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was OV53 GMF registered?

OV53 GMF is a 2003 Honda Civic, first registered on 17 October 2003.

Is OV53 GMF safe to buy?

The MOT history for OV53 GMF shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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