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Honda Civic

Red · Petrol · 2002 · 1,998 cc

L29 MCSMOT history

L29 MCS is a red petrol Honda Civic first used on 2 Aug 2002. Its MOT is valid until 12 May 2027 and it has passed 21 of 30 MOT tests, with 118,236 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 May 2026.

L29 MCS red Honda Civic – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 12 May 2027
Mileage
118,236 mi
At MOT on 13 May 2026
MOT tests
30
21 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,775 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L29 MCS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Honda
Model
Civic
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
2 Aug 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 May 2027
Latest MOT test
13 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L29 MCS was last recorded at 118,236 miles on 13 May 2026, 2,251 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
115,985 miles · 20 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
2,251 miles
Average per year
4,775 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 118,236 miles
  • 2024 – 115,985 miles
  • 2023 – 105,988 miles
  • 2022 – 91,523 miles
  • 2021 – 85,671 miles
  • 2020 – 82,497 miles
  • 2019 – 78,609 miles
  • 2018 – 70,293 miles
  • 2017 – 65,693 miles
  • 2016 – 60,431 miles
  • 2015 – 56,930 miles
  • 2014 – 51,739 miles
  • 2013 – 49,269 miles
  • 2012 – 44,751 miles
  • 2010 – 38,817 miles
  • 2009 – 36,312 miles
  • 2008 – 33,014 miles
  • 2007 – 28,293 miles
  • 2006 – 24,263 miles
  • 2005 – 18,840 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass118,236 miles
  • AdvisoryUnderside has been fully undersealed

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 Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2017

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • All 4 tyres bald on inner edges

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Fuel filler pipes corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2015–2016

Full MOT history

30 tests since 19 Jul 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass118,236 miles (+2,251)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2027
    Odometer
    118,236 miles
    Test number
    554444410223
    • AdvisoryUnderside has been fully undersealed

  2. Pass115,985 miles (+121)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    115,985 miles
    Test number
    728889836256
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Fail115,864 miles (+9,876)8 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,864 miles
    Test number
    982558187478
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.1.1 (a))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted

  4. Pass105,988 miles (+6,525)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    105,988 miles
    Test number
    603036187497
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass99,463 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    99,463 miles
    Test number
    552473754307

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail99,463 miles (+7,940)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,463 miles
    Test number
    668762801406
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass91,523 miles (+5,852)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    91,523 miles
    Test number
    425652432629
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases from the join between centre and rear (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass85,671 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    85,671 miles
    Test number
    231380093016
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  9. Fail85,669 miles (+3,172)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,669 miles
    Test number
    279342568130
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  10. Pass82,497 miles (+3,888)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    82,497 miles
    Test number
    732930472641
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to under side of vehicle

  11. Pass78,609 miles (+8)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    78,609 miles
    Test number
    999825310868
    • AdvisoryAll 4 tyres bald on inner edges

  12. Fail78,601 miles (+8,308)6 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,601 miles
    Test number
    989241550175
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll 4 tyres bald on inner edges

  13. Pass70,293 miles (+107)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    70,293 miles
    Test number
    886538841085
    • AdvisoryFuel filler pipes corroded

  14. Fail70,186 miles (+4,493)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,186 miles
    Test number
    955751727321
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFuel filler pipes corroded

  15. Pass65,693 miles (+5,262)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    65,693 miles
    Test number
    992941761893
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  16. Pass60,431 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    60,431 miles
    Test number
    371221780690

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail60,431 miles (+3,501)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,431 miles
    Test number
    356043816187
    • FailureBrake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  18. Pass56,930 miles (+5)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    56,930 miles
    Test number
    306983615052
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFront tyres worn on inner edges

  19. Fail56,925 miles (+5,186)5 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,925 miles
    Test number
    387002315061
    • FailureBrake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage missing (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFront tyres worn on inner edges

  20. Pass51,739 miles (+2,470)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    51,739 miles
    Test number
    245281314008
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteCenter exhaust corroded
    • NoteRear exhaust joint corroded

  21. Pass49,269 miles (+4,518)6 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    49,269 miles
    Test number
    169153603059
    • 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 Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteAll brakes slightly binding
    • NoteO/s rear brake discs corroded & worn

  22. Pass44,751 miles (+5,934)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    44,751 miles
    Test number
    469201412003
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteO/s rear brake slightly binding
    • NoteRear brake discs corroded

  23. Pass38,817 miles (+2,505)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    38,817 miles
    Test number
    110247090181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail36,312 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,312 miles
    Test number
    343011559423
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  25. Pass36,312 miles (+3,298)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    36,312 miles
    Test number
    560001159225
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  26. Pass33,014 miles (+4,721)
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    33,014 miles
    Test number
    211934258205

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass28,293 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    28,293 miles
    Test number
    150362767230

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail28,293 miles (+4,030)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,293 miles
    Test number
    600572167248
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  29. Pass24,263 miles (+5,423)1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    24,263 miles
    Test number
    483015566222
    • NoteSlight distortion on o/s/r tyre and tread is beginning to perish

  30. Pass18,840 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2006
    Odometer
    18,840 miles
    Test number
    483480105245

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L29 MCS

Does L29 MCS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L29 MCS is valid until 12 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on L29 MCS?
The MOT on L29 MCS is valid until 12 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L29 MCS done?
L29 MCS was recorded at 118,236 miles at its MOT on 13 May 2026, an average of 4,775 miles a year.
Has L29 MCS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L29 MCS has failed 9 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on L29 MCS 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 L29 MCS find?
L29 MCS passed its latest MOT on 13 May 2026 with 1 advisory: underside has been fully undersealed.

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