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T159 UBR

1999 Honda Civic

Red Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Feb 2024
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

134,526 mi
Last recorded134,526 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2023
Typical for 1999 Honda Civic78,715 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT159 UBR
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2023 134,526 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2023 134,526 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 27 May 2020 129,168 miles

Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported copper brake pipe underneath vehicle (1.1.11 (d) (i))

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 28 Jun 2018 111,439 miles

front brake disc corroding

n/s/f headlamp lens deteriorating

rear suspension arm bushes deteriorating

slight oil leak

underside corroding

Fail 26 Jun 2018 111,439 miles

Headlamp aim too high lens deteriorated (4.1.2 (a))

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps not working (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

front brake disc corroding

rear suspension arm bushes deteriorating

slight oil leak

underside corroding

Pass 18 Jan 2008 65,558 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2008 65,558 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 29 Mar 2006 43,817 miles

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

brake light in rear window n/w

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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T159 UBR is a 1999 Honda Civic in Red with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1999 Honda Civic models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.5% with a typical mileage of 78,715 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 T159 UBR, 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 27 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 T159 UBR registered?

T159 UBR is a 1999 Honda Civic, first registered on 31 March 1999.

Is T159 UBR safe to buy?

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