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Honda Civic

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 1,590 cc

LB03 AEVMOT history

LB03 AEV is a silver petrol Honda Civic first used on 21 May 2003. Its MOT expired on 15 Jul 2023 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 153,565 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 May 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 15 Jul 2023
Mileage
153,565 mi
At MOT on 26 May 2023
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
6,981 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB03 AEV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Honda
Model
Civic
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,590 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
21 May 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 Jul 2023
Latest MOT test
26 May 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

LB03 AEV was last recorded at 153,565 miles on 26 May 2023, 7,929 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Jun 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
145,636 miles · 29 Jun 2022
Between the last two tests
7,929 miles
Average per year
6,981 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 153,565 miles
  • 2022 – 145,636 miles
  • 2021 – 139,581 miles
  • 2020 – 135,280 miles
  • 2019 – 130,644 miles
  • 2018 – 125,606 miles
  • 2017 – 118,109 miles
  • 2016 – 109,342 miles
  • 2015 – 101,257 miles
  • 2014 – 94,861 miles
  • 2013 – 89,008 miles
  • 2012 – 80,609 miles
  • 2011 – 73,132 miles
  • 2010 – 65,426 miles
  • 2009 – 57,693 miles
  • 2008 – 50,058 miles
  • 2007 – 42,851 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail153,565 miles
  • MajorNearside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
  • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength arch as marked (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength arch as marked (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
  • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, but not excessively face corroded (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracked in tread area (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gear box (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive on engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryMil light on

What MOT failures 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.

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner and outer sill

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2015

Full MOT history

23 tests since 16 Jul 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail153,565 miles (+7,929)6 major5 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,565 miles
    Test number
    133884978193
    • MajorNearside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength arch as marked (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength arch as marked (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, but not excessively face corroded (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracked in tread area (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gear box (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive on engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryMil light on

  2. Pass145,636 miles (+182)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    145,636 miles
    Test number
    516118805683

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail145,454 miles (+5,873)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,454 miles
    Test number
    450176690026
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Pass139,581 miles (+238)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    139,581 miles
    Test number
    166702144300
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Fail139,343 miles (+4,063)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,343 miles
    Test number
    524307430936
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass135,280 miles (+4,636)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    135,280 miles
    Test number
    232633604944

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass130,644 miles (+5,038)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    130,644 miles
    Test number
    495419424688
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner and outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass125,606 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    125,606 miles
    Test number
    629463013611
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner and outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  9. Fail125,603 miles (+7,494)3 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,603 miles
    Test number
    564482130412
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner and outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner and outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  10. Pass118,109 miles (+8,767)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    118,109 miles
    Test number
    413357495234
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  11. Pass109,342 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    109,342 miles
    Test number
    168861735225

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail109,342 miles (+8,085)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,342 miles
    Test number
    354860153265
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  13. Pass101,257 miles (+6,396)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    101,257 miles
    Test number
    489637985137
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOil leak

  14. Pass94,861 miles (+5,853)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    94,861 miles
    Test number
    458924984199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass89,008 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    89,008 miles
    Test number
    648720093175
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  16. Fail89,008 miles (+8,399)2 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,008 miles
    Test number
    228420293417
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar fractured (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteOil leak

  17. Pass80,609 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    80,609 miles
    Test number
    817864782151
    • AdvisorySuspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFront brake pads getting low
    • NoteO/s/f tyre tread depth getrting low 2.8mm

  18. Fail80,609 miles (+7,477)3 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,609 miles
    Test number
    718384482171
    • FailureDirection indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFront brake pads getting low
    • NoteO/s/f tyre tread depth getrting low 2.8mm

  19. Pass73,132 miles (+7,706)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    73,132 miles
    Test number
    618449471125

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass65,426 miles (+7,733)1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    65,426 miles
    Test number
    703784490169
    • NoteO/s/f suspension arm bush starting to split

  21. Pass57,693 miles (+7,635)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    57,693 miles
    Test number
    892358589120
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteO/s/r wheel has very slight brake bind

  22. Pass50,058 miles (+7,207)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    50,058 miles
    Test number
    562748678128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass42,851 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    42,851 miles
    Test number
    781637897167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB03 AEV

Does LB03 AEV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB03 AEV expired on 15 Jul 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB03 AEV?
The MOT on LB03 AEV expired on 15 Jul 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB03 AEV done?
LB03 AEV was recorded at 153,565 miles at its MOT on 26 May 2023, an average of 6,981 miles a year.
Has LB03 AEV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB03 AEV has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 26 May 2023.
Has the mileage on LB03 AEV 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 LB03 AEV find?
LB03 AEV failed its latest MOT on 26 May 2023 with 6 major defects, 5 minor defects and 6 advisories: nearside headlamp levelling device inoperative; nearside rear inner suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength arch as marked; nearside windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, and 14 more.

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