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Honda Accord

Red · Petrol · 2003 · 1,998 cc

L4 XBSMOT history

L4 XBS is a red petrol Honda Accord first used on 30 Jan 2003. Its MOT is valid until 10 Oct 2027 and it has passed 21 of 27 MOT tests, with 82,155 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 10 Oct 2027
Mileage
82,155 mi
At MOT on 4 Oct 2026
MOT tests
27
21 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,503 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L4 XBS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Honda
Model
Accord
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
30 Jan 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L4 XBS was last recorded at 82,155 miles on 4 Oct 2026, 6,920 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
75,235 miles · 22 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
6,920 miles
Average per year
3,503 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 82,155 miles
  • 2025 – 75,235 miles
  • 2024 – 64,935 miles
  • 2023 – 60,836 miles
  • 2022 – 56,013 miles
  • 2021 – 53,450 miles
  • 2020 – 51,816 miles
  • 2019 – 50,076 miles
  • 2018 – 48,751 miles
  • 2017 – 46,347 miles
  • 2016 – 43,982 miles
  • 2015 – 41,425 miles
  • 2014 – 38,913 miles
  • 2013 – 36,316 miles
  • 2012 – 33,745 miles
  • 2011 – 29,408 miles
  • 2010 – 25,498 miles
  • 2009 – 20,125 miles
  • 2008 – 17,003 miles
  • 2007 – 13,073 miles
  • 2006 – 10,066 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass82,155 miles
  • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryCorrosion has been covered with sealer; however, the application is unsatisfactory and does not adequately address the extent of the corrosion.Necessary repairs are recommended ..
  • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output BOTH (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Fuel Pipe ,Brake Pipe ,Exahust Mounts ,Macpherson strut ,Coil Spring (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2014

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2011

Full MOT history

27 tests since 7 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass82,155 miles (+6,920)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    82,155 miles
    Test number
    973118290152
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion has been covered with sealer; however, the application is unsatisfactory and does not adequately address the extent of the corrosion.Necessary repairs are recommended ..
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output BOTH (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Fuel Pipe ,Brake Pipe ,Exahust Mounts ,Macpherson strut ,Coil Spring (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  2. Pass75,235 miles (+10,300)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    75,235 miles
    Test number
    321395276213
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Pass64,935 miles (+4,099)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    64,935 miles
    Test number
    414026571684
    • AdvisoryFront and rear sub frame corrosion

  4. Pass60,836 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    60,836 miles
    Test number
    756622466129
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront and rear suspension components corroded (not considered excessive)

  5. Fail60,836 miles (+4,823)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,836 miles
    Test number
    204615789321
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testRear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront and rear suspension components corroded (not considered excessive)

  6. Pass56,013 miles (+2,563)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    56,013 miles
    Test number
    297371836242
    • AdvisoryAll suspension component corroded
    • AdvisoryDamage behind bumper to bumper support
    • AdvisoryUnder body surface rust

  7. Pass53,450 miles (+1,634)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    53,450 miles
    Test number
    671455693147
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  8. Pass51,816 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    51,816 miles
    Test number
    455581211055
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  9. Fail51,812 miles (+1,736)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,812 miles
    Test number
    777951855802
    • DangerousTyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure both front on edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  10. Pass50,076 miles (+1,325)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    50,076 miles
    Test number
    419607145667
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Pass48,751 miles (+2,404)
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    48,751 miles
    Test number
    285818255943

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass46,347 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    46,347 miles
    Test number
    415702360961

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail46,347 miles (+2,365)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,347 miles
    Test number
    143324424694
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass43,982 miles (+2,557)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    43,982 miles
    Test number
    938149750284
    • Advisory2rear link bars

  15. Pass41,425 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    41,425 miles
    Test number
    537566385042

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail41,425 miles (+2,512)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,425 miles
    Test number
    949306485066
    • 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)

  17. Pass38,913 miles (+2,597)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    38,913 miles
    Test number
    807637384026
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass36,316 miles (+2,571)
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    36,316 miles
    Test number
    799121283042

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass33,745 miles (+4,337)
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    33,745 miles
    Test number
    916033692047

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass29,408 miles (+3,910)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    29,408 miles
    Test number
    759829461043
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass25,498 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    25,498 miles
    Test number
    182289660408
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  22. Fail25,498 miles (+5,373)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,498 miles
    Test number
    512509960034
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  23. Pass20,125 miles (+3,122)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    20,125 miles
    Test number
    964395669052
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass17,003 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    17,003 miles
    Test number
    172497368465

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail16,998 miles (+3,925)2 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    16,998 miles
    Test number
    662645268001
    • FailureFront Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  26. Pass13,073 miles (+3,007)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    13,073 miles
    Test number
    132211367442
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  27. Pass10,066 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    10,066 miles
    Test number
    960296066073

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L4 XBS

Does L4 XBS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L4 XBS is valid until 10 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on L4 XBS?
The MOT on L4 XBS is valid until 10 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L4 XBS done?
L4 XBS was recorded at 82,155 miles at its MOT on 4 Oct 2026, an average of 3,503 miles a year.
Has L4 XBS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L4 XBS has failed 6 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Oct 2023.
Has the mileage on L4 XBS 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 L4 XBS find?
L4 XBS passed its latest MOT on 4 Oct 2026 with 2 minor defects and 5 advisories: front windscreen wiper blade defective; offside rear stop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light; corrosion has been covered with sealer; however, the application is unsatisfactory and does not adequately address the extent of the corrosion.necessary repairs are recommended .., and 4 more.

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