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Honda Civic

Red · Petrol · 2010 · 1,799 cc

551 BWBMOT history

551 BWB is a red petrol Honda Civic first used on 24 Mar 2010. Its MOT is valid until 28 Apr 2027 and it has passed 14 of 17 MOT tests, with 71,278 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Apr 2026.

551 BWB red Honda Civic – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Honda Civic, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 28 Apr 2027
Mileage
71,278 mi
At MOT on 29 Apr 2026
MOT tests
17
14 passed · 3 failed
Per year
4,488 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
551 BWB
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Honda
Model
Civic
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,799 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
24 Mar 2010
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

551 BWB was last recorded at 71,278 miles on 29 Apr 2026, 214 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
71,064 miles · 22 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
214 miles
Average per year
4,488 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 71,278 miles
  • 2025 – 60,120 miles
  • 2024 – 57,419 miles
  • 2023 – 55,032 miles
  • 2022 – 52,100 miles
  • 2021 – 47,165 miles
  • 2020 – 44,193 miles
  • 2019 – 39,555 miles
  • 2018 – 35,132 miles
  • 2017 – 30,221 miles
  • 2016 – 25,602 miles
  • 2015 – 20,181 miles
  • 2014 – 15,913 miles
  • 2013 – 12,501 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass71,278 miles
  • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to testRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult beltRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

17 tests since 25 Mar 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass71,278 miles (+214)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    71,278 miles
    Test number
    817445031131
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  2. Fail71,064 miles (+10,944)3 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,064 miles
    Test number
    534321917511
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  3. Pass60,120 miles (+2,701)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    60,120 miles
    Test number
    565140771497
    • MinorOffside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light also mirror showing a repair (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside grease around track rod end gaiter
    • AdvisoryOffside wheel arch trim broken
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside inner steering rack arms contain slight play
  4. Pass57,419 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    57,419 miles
    Test number
    413324808896
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight body damage to the front but overall secure
  5. Fail57,418 miles (+2,386)1 dangerous1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,418 miles
    Test number
    311719002688
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight body damage to the front but overall secure
  6. Pass55,032 miles (+2,932)
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    55,032 miles
    Test number
    536553658002

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass52,100 miles (+4,935)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    52,100 miles
    Test number
    274372060940
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  8. Pass47,165 miles (+2,972)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    47,165 miles
    Test number
    353604153185
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  9. Pass44,193 miles (+4,638)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    44,193 miles
    Test number
    367483213050
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  10. Pass39,555 miles (+4,423)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    39,555 miles
    Test number
    380440599631

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass35,132 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    35,132 miles
    Test number
    278064098907
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  12. Fail35,128 miles (+4,907)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,128 miles
    Test number
    223113716286
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  13. Pass30,221 miles (+4,619)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    30,221 miles
    Test number
    704240554900

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass25,602 miles (+5,421)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    25,602 miles
    Test number
    812942018375

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass20,181 miles (+4,268)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    20,181 miles
    Test number
    239062385015

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass15,913 miles (+3,412)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    15,913 miles
    Test number
    757340084057
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.4.A.2c)
  17. Pass12,501 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    12,501 miles
    Test number
    527454083044

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about 551 BWB

What vehicle is registration 551 BWB currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 551 BWB on a red petrol Honda Civic first used on 24 Mar 2010. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does 551 BWB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on 551 BWB is valid until 28 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on 551 BWB?
The MOT on 551 BWB is valid until 28 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has 551 BWB done?
551 BWB was recorded at 71,278 miles at its MOT on 29 Apr 2026, an average of 4,488 miles a year.
Has 551 BWB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 551 BWB has failed 3 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on 551 BWB ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on 551 BWB find?
551 BWB passed its latest MOT on 29 Apr 2026 with 7 advisories: items removed from driver's view prior to test; nearside front inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; nearside rear child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt, and 4 more.

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