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Honda Civic

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 1,590 cc

LA51 ABFMOT history

LA51 ABF is a silver petrol Honda Civic first used on 21 Dec 2001. Its MOT is valid until 20 Apr 2027 and it has passed 22 of 38 MOT tests, with 125,246 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Apr 2026.

LA51 ABF silver Honda Civic – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 20 Apr 2027
Mileage
125,246 mi
At MOT on 21 Apr 2026
MOT tests
38
22 passed · 16 failed
Per year
4,108 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LA51 ABF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Honda
Model
Civic
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,590 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
21 Dec 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LA51 ABF was last recorded at 125,246 miles on 21 Apr 2026, 6 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
125,240 miles · 8 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
6 miles
Average per year
4,108 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 125,246 miles
  • 2025 – 119,424 miles
  • 2024 – 118,198 miles
  • 2023 – 117,600 miles
  • 2022 – 116,972 miles
  • 2021 – 115,933 miles
  • 2020 – 114,793 miles
  • 2019 – 113,121 miles
  • 2018 – 111,489 miles
  • 2017 – 110,381 miles
  • 2016 – 109,015 miles
  • 2015 – 107,689 miles
  • 2014 – 106,265 miles
  • 2013 – 103,105 miles
  • 2012 – 95,336 miles
  • 2011 – 86,404 miles
  • 2010 – 76,575 miles
  • 2009 – 70,069 miles
  • 2008 – 59,167 miles
  • 2007 – 55,301 miles
  • 2006 – 42,020 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass125,246 miles
  • AdvisoryBoth front shock absorber dust gaiters tornRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyreRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded 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.

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Offside Stop lamp(s) not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • O/s rear shock slight oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

38 tests since 16 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass125,246 miles (+6)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    125,246 miles
    Test number
    758258837885
    • AdvisoryBoth front shock absorber dust gaiters torn
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail125,240 miles (+5,816)4 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,240 miles
    Test number
    700717611189
    • MajorBrakes imbalanced across an axle 39% (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Both lenses weathered (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth front shock absorber dust gaiters torn
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass119,424 miles (+39)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    119,424 miles
    Test number
    946511530370
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Fail119,385 miles (+1,187)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,385 miles
    Test number
    242252132386
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorFront Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases exhaust box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass118,198 miles (+598)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    118,198 miles
    Test number
    549914741772
    • AdvisoryAll brake disks are pitted/scored and lipped
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Body panel slightly loose Wing/ bumper damaged. (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass117,600 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    117,600 miles
    Test number
    783121810113
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine and gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail117,600 miles (+628)2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,600 miles
    Test number
    138409722413
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine and gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass116,972 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    116,972 miles
    Test number
    184004990074
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Fail116,972 miles (+1,039)8 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,972 miles
    Test number
    723763311586
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass115,933 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    115,933 miles
    Test number
    293516694681

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail115,933 miles (+1,140)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,933 miles
    Test number
    719699984758
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass114,793 miles (+1,672)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    114,793 miles
    Test number
    309944846447
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Pass113,121 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    113,121 miles
    Test number
    860207199701
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured nearside & offside (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Fail113,198 miles (+1,709)3 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,198 miles
    Test number
    124003515683
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured nearside & offside (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  15. Pass111,489 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    111,489 miles
    Test number
    913146476508

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail111,489 miles1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,489 miles
    Test number
    378990720889
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Front suspension has excessive play in a pin or bush of an upper wishbone inner bearing yellow chalk (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryScreen wash low

  17. Fail111,488 miles (+1,107)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,488 miles
    Test number
    748980287966
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Front suspension has excessive play in a pin or bush of an upper wishbone inner bearing yellow chalk (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryScreen wash low

  18. Pass110,381 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    110,381 miles
    Test number
    380977209003
    • AdvisoryO/s rear shock slight oil

  19. Fail110,379 miles (+1,364)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,379 miles
    Test number
    210315172945
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryO/s rear shock slight oil

  20. Pass109,015 miles (+1,326)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    109,015 miles
    Test number
    229319492951
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass107,689 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    107,689 miles
    Test number
    685934855087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail107,687 miles (+1,422)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,687 miles
    Test number
    907494255045
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

  23. Pass106,265 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    106,265 miles
    Test number
    907888654067
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteAnti slip slightly worn

  24. Fail106,265 miles (+3,160)2 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,265 miles
    Test number
    715368354004
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteAnti slip slightly worn

  25. Fail103,105 miles2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,105 miles
    Test number
    579360353003
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  26. Pass103,105 miles (+7,769)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    103,105 miles
    Test number
    766310553042
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  27. Pass95,336 miles (+8,932)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    95,336 miles
    Test number
    609807842017

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass86,404 miles (+9,829)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    86,404 miles
    Test number
    635415251057

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail76,575 miles2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,575 miles
    Test number
    544851040076
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteOil leak

  30. Pass76,575 miles (+6,506)1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    76,575 miles
    Test number
    862841740093
    • NoteOil leak

  31. Pass70,069 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2010
    Odometer
    70,069 miles
    Test number
    263993639189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Fail70,069 miles (+10,902)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,069 miles
    Test number
    690973339144
    • Repaired at testNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

  33. Pass59,167 miles (+3,866)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2009
    Odometer
    59,167 miles
    Test number
    560804848164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  34. Pass55,301 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    55,301 miles
    Test number
    570268177247

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  35. Fail55,301 miles (+4,184)2 dangerous3 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,301 miles
    Test number
    964278577292
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteDamaged on sidewall of nearside fron t tyre.

  36. Pass51,117 miles (+9,097)
    MOT expiry
    29 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    51,117 miles
    Test number
    411560167049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  37. Pass42,020 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    42,020 miles
    Test number
    114686716457

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  38. Fail42,020 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,020 miles
    Test number
    682736716084
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Questions about LA51 ABF

Does LA51 ABF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LA51 ABF is valid until 20 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LA51 ABF?
The MOT on LA51 ABF is valid until 20 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LA51 ABF done?
LA51 ABF was recorded at 125,246 miles at its MOT on 21 Apr 2026, an average of 4,108 miles a year.
Has LA51 ABF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LA51 ABF has failed 16 of its 38 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on LA51 ABF 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 LA51 ABF find?
LA51 ABF passed its latest MOT on 21 Apr 2026 with 7 advisories: both front shock absorber dust gaiters torn; nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play; nearside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush, and 4 more.

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