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Honda Civic

Silver · Petrol · 2008 · 1,998 cc

L21 LUEMOT history

L21 LUE is a silver petrol Honda Civic first used on 28 Mar 2008. Its MOT is valid until 22 Jul 2027 and it has passed 17 of 26 MOT tests, with 102,135 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Jul 2026.

L21 LUE silver Honda Civic – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 22 Jul 2027
Mileage
102,135 mi
At MOT on 23 Jul 2026
MOT tests
26
17 passed · 9 failed
Per year
5,617 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L21 LUE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Honda
Model
Civic
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
28 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L21 LUE was last recorded at 102,135 miles on 23 Jul 2026, 5 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
102,130 miles · 20 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
5 miles
Average per year
5,617 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 102,135 miles
  • 2025 – 98,619 miles
  • 2024 – 96,043 miles
  • 2023 – 92,898 miles
  • 2022 – 90,303 miles
  • 2021 – 86,777 miles
  • 2020 – 83,516 miles
  • 2019 – 80,642 miles
  • 2018 – 59,102 miles
  • 2017 – 56,598 miles
  • 2016 – 51,087 miles
  • 2015 – 44,331 miles
  • 2014 – 35,673 miles
  • 2013 – 28,469 miles
  • 2012 – 22,365 miles
  • 2011 – 16,050 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass102,135 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • MinorOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryCentral Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear rear bake plate missing rear leftRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Front play in steering rack arm / rackRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear back plate rear right rustyRecorded 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 Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

    Minor3 MOTs, 2021–2025

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

    Minor3 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Engine covers fitted not allowing inspection of some components

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.0mm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

26 tests since 26 Mar 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass102,135 miles (+5)2 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    102,135 miles
    Test number
    383296029538
    • MinorNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear rear bake plate missing rear left
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front play in steering rack arm / rack
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear back plate rear right rusty

  2. Fail102,130 miles (+3,511)3 major2 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,130 miles
    Test number
    324596450909
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear rear bake plate missing rear left
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front play in steering rack arm / rack
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear back plate rear right rusty

  3. Pass98,619 miles2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    98,619 miles
    Test number
    305399709542
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail98,619 miles (+2,576)1 repaired2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,619 miles
    Test number
    344491928826
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass96,043 miles2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2025
    Odometer
    96,043 miles
    Test number
    234608353945
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear rear shock absorbers corroded n/s and o/s
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake back plate missing

  6. Fail96,041 miles (+3,143)2 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,041 miles
    Test number
    404253847317
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear rear shock absorbers corroded n/s and o/s
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake back plate missing

  7. Pass92,898 miles (+2,595)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2024
    Odometer
    92,898 miles
    Test number
    862958135395

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass90,303 miles (+3,526)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    90,303 miles
    Test number
    832835765333
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  9. Pass86,777 miles (+3,261)4 minor
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    86,777 miles
    Test number
    110250554191
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front 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))

  10. Pass83,516 miles (+2,874)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    83,516 miles
    Test number
    564757178930
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  11. Pass80,642 miles (+11,826)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    80,642 miles
    Test number
    947568506341
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  12. Pass68,816 miles (+73)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    68,816 miles
    Test number
    447870849490
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted not allowing inspection of some components
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted not allowing inspection of some components

  13. Fail68,743 miles (+9,641)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,743 miles
    Test number
    232551118558
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted not allowing inspection of some components
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted not allowing inspection of some components

  14. Pass59,102 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    59,102 miles
    Test number
    255590278430

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail59,101 miles (+2,503)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,101 miles
    Test number
    434103072888
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc's worn, corroded, scored
    • AdvisoryRear brakes binding
    • AdvisoryRear brakes imbalanced

  16. Pass56,598 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    56,598 miles
    Test number
    907511386143
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  17. Fail56,598 miles (+17)6 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,598 miles
    Test number
    252355005713
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  18. Fail56,581 miles (+5,494)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,581 miles
    Test number
    373784677912
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass51,087 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    51,087 miles
    Test number
    431825827464

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail51,087 miles (+6,756)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,087 miles
    Test number
    149483850451
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass44,331 miles (+8,658)1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    44,331 miles
    Test number
    625871215171
    • NoteN/s/f wiper blde worn

  22. Pass35,673 miles (+7,204)1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    35,673 miles
    Test number
    766832694029
    • NoteNearside rear tyre cracking / small cut

  23. Pass28,469 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    28,469 miles
    Test number
    729646883094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail28,464 miles (+6,099)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,464 miles
    Test number
    745356583026
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  25. Pass22,365 miles (+6,315)5 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    22,365 miles
    Test number
    175934892088
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteO/s/ sill cover loose but not insercure
    • NoteO/s/f lower wheel arch trim loose
    • NoteSlight damage o/s/f valance

  26. Pass16,050 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    16,050 miles
    Test number
    955855581083

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L21 LUE

Does L21 LUE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L21 LUE is valid until 22 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on L21 LUE?
The MOT on L21 LUE is valid until 22 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L21 LUE done?
L21 LUE was recorded at 102,135 miles at its MOT on 23 Jul 2026, an average of 5,617 miles a year.
Has L21 LUE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L21 LUE has failed 9 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on L21 LUE 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 L21 LUE find?
L21 LUE passed its latest MOT on 23 Jul 2026 with 2 minor defects and 13 advisories: nearside front steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; offside front steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; central rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened, and 12 more.

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