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Honda Civic

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 1,590 cc

L18 PATMOT history

L18 PAT is a silver petrol Honda Civic first used on 27 Mar 2003. Its MOT is valid until 30 Mar 2027 and it has passed 21 of 29 MOT tests, with 76,592 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Mar 2026.

L18 PAT silver Honda Civic – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 30 Mar 2027
Mileage
76,592 mi
At MOT on 9 Mar 2026
MOT tests
29
21 passed · 8 failed
Per year
2,341 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L18 PAT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Honda
Model
Civic
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,590 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
27 Mar 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L18 PAT was last recorded at 76,592 miles on 9 Mar 2026, 967 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
75,625 miles · 11 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
967 miles
Average per year
2,341 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 76,592 miles
  • 2025 – 75,625 miles
  • 2024 – 74,397 miles
  • 2023 – 73,006 miles
  • 2022 – 70,993 miles
  • 2021 – 68,291 miles
  • 2020 – 66,747 miles
  • 2019 – 64,324 miles
  • 2018 – 61,865 miles
  • 2017 – 59,970 miles
  • 2016 – 57,122 miles
  • 2015 – 53,658 miles
  • 2014 – 50,132 miles
  • 2013 – 46,376 miles
  • 2012 – 42,037 miles
  • 2011 – 37,262 miles
  • 2010 – 36,522 miles
  • 2009 – 35,650 miles
  • 2008 – 34,766 miles
  • 2007 – 33,923 miles
  • 2006 – 29,895 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass76,592 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryCoolant leak waterpump
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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 Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2012–2018

  • Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2012–2018

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Offside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

29 tests since 27 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass76,592 miles (+967)3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    76,592 miles
    Test number
    586852133917
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak waterpump
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  2. Pass75,625 miles (+1,228)3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    75,625 miles
    Test number
    237850567021
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak water pump
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  3. Pass74,397 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    74,397 miles
    Test number
    219781937883
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Fail74,397 miles (+1,391)2 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,397 miles
    Test number
    122321559378
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass73,006 miles (+2,013)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    73,006 miles
    Test number
    451854653304
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  6. Pass70,993 miles2 minor
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    70,993 miles
    Test number
    272341407738
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  7. Fail70,993 miles (+2,702)1 repaired2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,993 miles
    Test number
    161505799856
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  8. Pass68,291 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    68,291 miles
    Test number
    265746334620
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail68,291 miles (+1,544)3 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,291 miles
    Test number
    574647836077
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass66,747 miles (+2,423)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    66,747 miles
    Test number
    702090915430

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass64,324 miles (+2,459)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    64,324 miles
    Test number
    657218661240
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both front (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass61,865 miles (+1,895)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    61,865 miles
    Test number
    162633852891
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Radius arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Radius arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Radius arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  13. Pass59,970 miles (+27)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    59,970 miles
    Test number
    306933489777
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  14. Fail59,943 miles (+2,821)3 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,943 miles
    Test number
    123058895386
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  15. Pass57,122 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    57,122 miles
    Test number
    930214310946
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Radius arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Radius arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Radius arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  16. Fail57,122 miles (+3,464)1 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,122 miles
    Test number
    162163746307
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Radius arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Radius arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Radius arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  17. Pass53,658 miles5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    53,658 miles
    Test number
    475331065079
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteAdvise: Chips To Windscreen / Cut To Nearside Front Tyres Outer Sidewall /
    • NoteAdvise: Slight Hole To Boot Floor Caused By Corrosion

  18. Fail53,658 miles (+3,526)2 repaired5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,658 miles
    Test number
    796741365040
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteAdvise: Chips To Windscreen / Cut To Nearside Front Tyres Outer Sidewall /
    • NoteAdvise: Slight Hole To Boot Floor Caused By Corrosion

  19. Pass50,132 miles (+3,756)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    50,132 miles
    Test number
    625196374038
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

  20. Pass46,376 miles (+4,339)5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    46,376 miles
    Test number
    177180173023
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  21. Pass42,037 miles7 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    42,037 miles
    Test number
    767722772003
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteAdvise off side front tyre cracking on center of tread and near side front tyre cracking on center of tread and near side rear tyre cracking of center tread

  22. Fail42,037 miles (+4,775)1 dangerous7 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,037 miles
    Test number
    515252572002
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteAdvise off side front tyre cracking on center of tread and near side front tyre cracking on center of tread and near side rear tyre cracking of center tread

  23. Pass37,262 miles (+740)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    37,262 miles
    Test number
    537948361062
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass36,522 miles (+872)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    36,522 miles
    Test number
    401813680023

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass35,650 miles (+884)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    35,650 miles
    Test number
    791530999055

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass34,766 miles (+843)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    34,766 miles
    Test number
    562281598017

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass33,923 miles (+4,028)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    33,923 miles
    Test number
    864835087083

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass29,895 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    29,895 miles
    Test number
    562946386010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail29,895 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,895 miles
    Test number
    680976386081
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Questions about L18 PAT

Does L18 PAT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L18 PAT is valid until 30 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on L18 PAT?
The MOT on L18 PAT is valid until 30 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L18 PAT done?
L18 PAT was recorded at 76,592 miles at its MOT on 9 Mar 2026, an average of 2,341 miles a year.
Has L18 PAT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L18 PAT has failed 8 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Mar 2024.
Has the mileage on L18 PAT 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 L18 PAT find?
L18 PAT passed its latest MOT on 9 Mar 2026 with 3 minor defects and 4 advisories: nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; offside front lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; offside front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt, and 4 more.

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