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Honda Civic

Grey · Petrol · 2004 · 1,998 cc

LB04 EFYMOT history

LB04 EFY is a grey petrol Honda Civic first used on 7 May 2004. Its MOT expired on 6 Jul 2026 and it has passed 19 of 27 MOT tests, with 103,866 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Jul 2026.

MOT
Expired
On 6 Jul 2026
Mileage
103,866 mi
At MOT on 1 Jul 2026
MOT tests
27
19 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,933 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB04 EFY
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Honda
Model
Civic
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
7 May 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 6 Jul 2026
Latest MOT test
1 Jul 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

LB04 EFY was last recorded at 103,866 miles on 1 Jul 2026, 4,610 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
99,256 miles · 27 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
4,610 miles
Average per year
4,933 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 103,866 miles
  • 2025 – 99,256 miles
  • 2024 – 94,542 miles
  • 2023 – 90,180 miles
  • 2022 – 85,137 miles
  • 2021 – 79,353 miles
  • 2020 – 73,962 miles
  • 2019 – 67,454 miles
  • 2018 – 60,780 miles
  • 2017 – 53,883 miles
  • 2016 – 47,157 miles
  • 2015 – 40,989 miles
  • 2014 – 36,715 miles
  • 2013 – 32,243 miles
  • 2012 – 22,876 miles
  • 2011 – 18,165 miles
  • 2010 – 16,525 miles
  • 2009 – 13,661 miles
  • 2008 – 10,709 miles
  • 2007 – 9,408 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail103,866 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding getting hot brakes (1.2.1 (f))
  • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced o/ front inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced o/ front inner sill and chassis rail (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
  • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar ball joint has slight play n/s and o/s rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively n/s, o/s front and back (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule n/s and o/s rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin n/s and o/s front (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin because brakes are binding (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryAll rear suspension quite corroded

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 n/s and o/s rear

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Rear suspension quite corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

27 tests since 8 May 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail103,866 miles (+4,610)8 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,866 miles
    Test number
    374506523380
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding getting hot brakes (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced o/ front inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced o/ front inner sill and chassis rail (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar ball joint has slight play n/s and o/s rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively n/s, o/s front and back (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule n/s and o/s rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin n/s and o/s front (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin because brakes are binding (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryAll rear suspension quite corroded

  2. Pass99,256 miles (+6)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    99,256 miles
    Test number
    767173123403
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule n/s and o/s rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n/s and o/s rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear suspension quite corroded

  3. Fail99,250 miles (+4,708)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,250 miles
    Test number
    788547165164
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.2.1 (b))
    • MajorExhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))
    • MajorExhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorSuspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule n/s and o/s rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n/s and o/s rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear suspension quite corroded

  4. Pass94,542 miles (+4,362)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    94,542 miles
    Test number
    831005936414
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule n/s and o/s rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n/s and o/s rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear suspension quite corroded

  5. Pass90,180 miles (+5,043)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    90,180 miles
    Test number
    754663042902
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule n/s and o/s rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryN/s and o/s front tyres wearing on inner edges
    • AdvisoryRear suspension quite rusty
    • AdvisoryWiper blades have starting to deteriorate

  6. Pass85,137 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    85,137 miles
    Test number
    690448459731

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail85,137 miles (+5,784)1 major1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,137 miles
    Test number
    282635915108
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Suspension component insecurely attached wishbone front bolt loose. (5.3.3 (a) (i))

  8. Pass79,353 miles (+5,391)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    79,353 miles
    Test number
    996980030297

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass73,962 miles (+6,508)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    73,962 miles
    Test number
    508057017070
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge very close (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust clamp corrode away but still secure (6.1.2 (a))

  10. Pass67,454 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    67,454 miles
    Test number
    538071445210
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Fail67,454 miles (+6,674)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,454 miles
    Test number
    102747195767
    • MajorBonnet primary retaining device ineffective (3.1 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  12. Pass60,780 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2019
    Odometer
    60,780 miles
    Test number
    183966298282
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  13. Fail60,780 miles (+6,897)2 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,780 miles
    Test number
    946060604203
    • DangerousBraking system leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • DangerousOffside Front brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  14. Pass53,883 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2018
    Odometer
    53,883 miles
    Test number
    317175880037

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail53,883 miles (+6,726)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,883 miles
    Test number
    361285740710
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn and seriously weakened broken (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  16. Pass47,157 miles (+6,168)
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2017
    Odometer
    47,157 miles
    Test number
    803690995816

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass40,989 miles (+4,274)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2016
    Odometer
    40,989 miles
    Test number
    426829515198
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  18. Pass36,715 miles (+4,472)
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2015
    Odometer
    36,715 miles
    Test number
    546871524145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass32,243 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2014
    Odometer
    32,243 miles
    Test number
    227803723169

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail32,243 miles (+9,367)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,243 miles
    Test number
    669813923197
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass22,876 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2013
    Odometer
    22,876 miles
    Test number
    729042422185
    • NoteN/s/f arb droplink showing signs of wear {ok for mot}

  22. Fail22,876 miles (+4,711)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,876 miles
    Test number
    758391922109
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball pin shank loose (2.2.B.1c)
    • NoteN/s/f arb droplink showing signs of wear {ok for mot}

  23. Pass18,165 miles (+1,640)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2012
    Odometer
    18,165 miles
    Test number
    835885201194
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass16,525 miles (+2,864)
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2011
    Odometer
    16,525 miles
    Test number
    873816910140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass13,661 miles (+2,952)
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2010
    Odometer
    13,661 miles
    Test number
    532347719159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass10,709 miles (+1,301)
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2009
    Odometer
    10,709 miles
    Test number
    822714018195

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass9,408 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2008
    Odometer
    9,408 miles
    Test number
    564938827116

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB04 EFY

Does LB04 EFY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB04 EFY expired on 6 Jul 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB04 EFY?
The MOT on LB04 EFY expired on 6 Jul 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB04 EFY done?
LB04 EFY was recorded at 103,866 miles at its MOT on 1 Jul 2026, an average of 4,933 miles a year.
Has LB04 EFY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB04 EFY has failed 8 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on LB04 EFY 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 LB04 EFY find?
LB04 EFY failed its latest MOT on 1 Jul 2026 with 8 major defects, 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: nearside front position lamp not working; nearside rear service brake excessively binding getting hot brakes; offside front seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced o/ front inner sill, and 12 more.

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