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SJ13 GVU

2013 Honda Civic

Red Diesel 1597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Sep 2026
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

141,404 mi
Last recorded141,404 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2025
Typical for 2013 Honda Civic61,107 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSJ13 GVU
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year2013
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2025 141,404 miles

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

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

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

Pass 10 Sep 2024 123,692 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 10 Sep 2024 123,692 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 30 Sep 2023 116,602 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2022 110,278 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2021 104,411 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2020 95,303 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2020 95,303 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Mar 2019 90,138 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2019 90,138 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Sound deadening material likely to become detached (8.1.1 (b) (ii))

Undertray likely to become detached (6.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Mar 2018 85,475 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2018 85,475 miles

Front registration plate font not substantially similar to the prescribed font (6.3.4d)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear registration plate font not substantially similar to the prescribed font (6.3.4d)

Pass 28 Mar 2017 71,865 miles

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

Pass 26 Feb 2016 59,601 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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SJ13 GVU is a 2013 Honda Civic in Red with a 1,597cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2013 Honda Civic models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.3% with a typical mileage of 61,107 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 SJ13 GVU, 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 13 years old, this Honda Civic is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SJ13 GVU registered?

SJ13 GVU is a 2013 Honda Civic, first registered on 4 March 2013.

Is SJ13 GVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for SJ13 GVU shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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