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YX62 VHV

2012 Honda Civic

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Sep 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

82,490 mi
Last recorded82,490 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 Honda Civic62,384 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYX62 VHV
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2025 82,490 miles

under body showing general corrosion but not seriously weakened

Pass 2 Sep 2025 82,455 miles

Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Fail 2 Sep 2025 82,455 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn front both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Aug 2024 74,674 miles

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

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Fail 31 Aug 2024 74,674 miles

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

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 15 Sep 2023 66,790 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2022 62,718 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 10 Jun 2021 60,550 miles

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 29 Jun 2020 58,668 miles

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

Pass 12 Jul 2019 48,109 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Rear Service brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Fail 12 Jul 2019 48,109 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Rear Service brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 20 Jul 2018 34,507 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2017 19,545 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2016 17,000 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2015 13,178 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

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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YX62 VHV is a 2012 Honda Civic in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2012 Honda Civic models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.3% with a typical mileage of 62,384 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 YX62 VHV, 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 14 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 YX62 VHV registered?

YX62 VHV is a 2012 Honda Civic, first registered on 10 September 2012.

Is YX62 VHV safe to buy?

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