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Honda Civic

Grey · Petrol · 2005 · 1,998 cc

L13 XCLMOT history

L13 XCL is a grey petrol Honda Civic first used on 1 Mar 2005. Its MOT is valid until 12 Sept 2027 and it has passed 19 of 27 MOT tests, with 156,645 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Aug 2026.

L13 XCL grey Honda Civic – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 12 Sept 2027
Mileage
156,645 mi
At MOT on 28 Aug 2026
MOT tests
27
19 passed · 8 failed
Per year
7,143 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L13 XCL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Honda
Model
Civic
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
1 Mar 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L13 XCL was last recorded at 156,645 miles on 28 Aug 2026, 5,480 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
151,165 miles · 26 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
5,480 miles
Average per year
7,143 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 156,645 miles
  • 2025 – 151,165 miles
  • 2024 – 143,662 miles
  • 2023 – 137,011 miles
  • 2022 – 129,712 miles
  • 2021 – 125,558 miles
  • 2020 – 120,000 miles
  • 2019 – 109,629 miles
  • 2018 – 104,108 miles
  • 2017 – 103,085 miles
  • 2016 – 94,364 miles
  • 2015 – 87,762 miles
  • 2014 – 81,025 miles
  • 2013 – 72,638 miles
  • 2012 – 64,811 miles
  • 2011 – 55,649 miles
  • 2010 – 46,826 miles
  • 2009 – 36,177 miles
  • 2008 – 24,393 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass156,645 miles
  • MinorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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.

  • Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2009–2013

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

    Failure2 MOTs, 2011–2013

Full MOT history

27 tests since 21 Feb 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass156,645 miles (+5,480)2 minor14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    156,645 miles
    Test number
    326201522830
    • MinorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass151,165 miles (+7,503)
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    151,165 miles
    Test number
    272552010349

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass143,662 miles (+6,651)
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    143,662 miles
    Test number
    932721512266

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass137,011 miles (+7,299)
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    137,011 miles
    Test number
    300414885814

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass129,712 miles (+4,154)
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    129,712 miles
    Test number
    768663996765

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass125,558 miles (+5,558)
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    125,558 miles
    Test number
    280318151544

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass120,000 miles (+10,371)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    120,000 miles
    Test number
    658709943814
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner and outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear bumper iron is corroded

  8. Pass109,629 miles (+5,521)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    109,629 miles
    Test number
    336109332914
    • AdvisoryFront pads grabbing slightly
    • AdvisoryFront wishbones corroding
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wishbone bush perrished/splitting
    • AdvisoryEsp light flickering on

  9. Pass104,108 miles1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    104,108 miles
    Test number
    120841740926
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear cross member badly corroded not within a prescribed area
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoot release device in poor condition
    • AdvisoryClutch anti slip rubber worn smooth

  10. Fail104,108 miles (+1,023)4 major1 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,108 miles
    Test number
    347050235418
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear cross member badly corroded not within a prescribed area
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoot release device in poor condition
    • AdvisoryClutch anti slip rubber worn smooth
    • AdvisoryHandbrake lever little reserve travel

  11. Pass103,085 miles (+8,721)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2018
    Odometer
    103,085 miles
    Test number
    894460054608
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  12. Pass94,364 miles (+6,602)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2017
    Odometer
    94,364 miles
    Test number
    285930181373

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass87,762 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2016
    Odometer
    87,762 miles
    Test number
    177889235170
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn on outer edges to below legal limit

  14. Fail87,762 miles (+6,737)3 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,762 miles
    Test number
    479149035178
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn on outer edges to below legal limit

  15. Fail81,025 miles2 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,025 miles
    Test number
    528172244193
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteBoth front to rear brake pipes corroded

  16. Pass81,025 miles (+8,387)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2015
    Odometer
    81,025 miles
    Test number
    585082144113
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteBoth front to rear brake pipes corroded

  17. Pass72,638 miles (+31)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2014
    Odometer
    72,638 miles
    Test number
    585823943159
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteCat shield loose and corroded
    • NoteRear wiper split

  18. Fail72,607 miles (+7,796)2 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,607 miles
    Test number
    119192143133
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteCat shield loose and corroded
    • NoteRear wiper split

  19. Fail64,811 miles1 repaired2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,811 miles
    Test number
    479374222161
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteBoth front and both rear tyres very worn on inside edge
    • NoteBoth front brakes binding

  20. Pass64,811 miles (+9,162)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2013
    Odometer
    64,811 miles
    Test number
    768154222142
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteBoth front and both rear tyres very worn on inside edge
    • NoteBoth front brakes binding

  21. Pass55,649 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2012
    Odometer
    55,649 miles
    Test number
    668149121152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail55,649 miles (+8,823)4 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,649 miles
    Test number
    289109821420
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • NoteBoth rear brake discs corroded

  23. Fail46,826 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,826 miles
    Test number
    111184100184
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  24. Pass46,826 miles (+10,649)
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    46,826 miles
    Test number
    881214300113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass36,177 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    36,177 miles
    Test number
    354866589079
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  26. Fail36,177 miles (+11,784)1 dangerous6 failures1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,177 miles
    Test number
    172726889000
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Outer Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  27. Pass24,393 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    24,393 miles
    Test number
    940372958092

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L13 XCL

Does L13 XCL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L13 XCL is valid until 12 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on L13 XCL?
The MOT on L13 XCL is valid until 12 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L13 XCL done?
L13 XCL was recorded at 156,645 miles at its MOT on 28 Aug 2026, an average of 7,143 miles a year.
Has L13 XCL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L13 XCL has failed 8 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Jun 2018.
Has the mileage on L13 XCL 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 L13 XCL find?
L13 XCL passed its latest MOT on 28 Aug 2026 with 2 minor defects and 14 advisories: nearside rear anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; offside track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases, and 13 more.

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