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Honda Civic

Black · Diesel · 2004 · 1,686 cc

LB04 EHJMOT history

LB04 EHJ is a black diesel Honda Civic first used on 10 May 2004. Its MOT expired on 8 Oct 2026 and it has passed 20 of 33 MOT tests, with 176,071 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Oct 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 8 Oct 2026
Mileage
176,071 mi
At MOT on 9 Oct 2025
MOT tests
33
20 passed · 13 failed
Per year
6,136 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB04 EHJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Honda
Model
Civic
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,686 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
10 May 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 8 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
9 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB04 EHJ was last recorded at 176,071 miles on 9 Oct 2025, 3,268 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Sept 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 26 Jun 2013: 97,055 miles, lower than 132,606 miles on 5 Jul 2012.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
172,803 miles · 27 Sept 2024
Between the last two tests
3,268 miles
Average per year
6,136 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 176,071 miles
  • 2024 – 172,803 miles
  • 2023 – 169,784 miles
  • 2022 – 162,746 miles
  • 2021 – 154,673 miles
  • 2020 – 148,708 miles
  • 2019 – 141,703 miles
  • 2018 – 123,699 miles
  • 2017 – 109,712 miles
  • 2016 – 107,584 miles
  • 2015 – 105,448 miles
  • 2014 – 100,504 miles
  • 2013 – 97,055 miles
  • 2012 – 132,606 miles
  • 2011 – 123,196 miles
  • 2010 – 111,643 miles
  • 2009 – 95,058 miles
  • 2008 – 79,353 miles
  • 2007 – 69,107 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass176,071 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryHandbrake requirements only just met will need adjustment or repair
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced drop sill to floor area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced drop sill to floor area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2020

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 Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2018–2022

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

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2014–2017

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

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2012–2015

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

    Dangerous4 MOTs, 2010–2015

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

33 tests since 2 Mar 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass176,071 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    176,071 miles
    Test number
    244358444358
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake requirements only just met will need adjustment or repair
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced drop sill to floor area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced drop sill to floor area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail176,071 miles (+3,268)1 repaired1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,071 miles
    Test number
    359849587882
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake requirements only just met will need adjustment or repair
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced drop sill to floor area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced drop sill to floor area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass172,803 miles (+3,019)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    172,803 miles
    Test number
    350776005315
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Pass169,784 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    169,784 miles
    Test number
    967144605976
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

  5. Fail169,784 miles (+7,038)1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,784 miles
    Test number
    316375154638
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

  6. Pass162,746 miles (+154)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    162,746 miles
    Test number
    266318978365
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryGeneral rear corrosion
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Fail162,592 miles (+7,919)4 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,592 miles
    Test number
    361047185151
    • MajorFront Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced Both (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorFront Position lamp not working Both (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryGeneral rear corrosion
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass154,673 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    154,673 miles
    Test number
    712967437262
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier cable tied (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral rear corrosion

  9. Fail154,673 miles (+5,965)2 repaired1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,673 miles
    Test number
    923667763317
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier cable tied (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral rear corrosion

  10. Pass148,708 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    148,708 miles
    Test number
    492551450348
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier Cable tied (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  11. Fail148,708 miles (+7,005)1 repaired1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,708 miles
    Test number
    991612956048
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier Cable tied (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  12. Pass141,703 miles (+18,004)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    141,703 miles
    Test number
    841629969398
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  13. Pass123,699 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    123,699 miles
    Test number
    883143712197
    • MinorFront Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both side (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  14. Fail123,699 miles (+13,987)2 dangerous3 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,699 miles
    Test number
    742840074796
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick both side (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorFront Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both side (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  15. Pass109,712 miles (+3)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    109,712 miles
    Test number
    321922941216
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryUnder trays and sill covers fitted

  16. Fail109,709 miles (+2,125)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,709 miles
    Test number
    595104073404
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryUnder trays and sill covers fitted

  17. Pass107,584 miles (+2,136)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    107,584 miles
    Test number
    663347521410
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted

  18. Pass105,448 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    105,448 miles
    Test number
    564963473308
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  19. Fail105,447 miles (+4,943)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,447 miles
    Test number
    614178902059
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  20. Pass100,504 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    100,504 miles
    Test number
    288235984474
    • 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)

  21. Fail100,500 miles (+3,445)1 dangerous1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,500 miles
    Test number
    598423384161
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  22. Pass97,055 miles (-35,551)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    97,055 miles
    Test number
    967607273128
    • AdvisoryFront Lower 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 Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  23. Pass132,606 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    132,606 miles
    Test number
    328947982145
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  24. Fail132,606 miles (+9,410)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,606 miles
    Test number
    389019472175
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  25. Pass123,196 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    123,196 miles
    Test number
    926783551112
    • NoteBoth lower ball joint covers are split

  26. Fail123,196 miles (+11,553)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,196 miles
    Test number
    845413851135
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteBoth lower ball joint covers are split

  27. Pass111,643 miles (+39)1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    111,643 miles
    Test number
    272718060115
    • NoteNsr caliper weak/rear discs worn/osr caliper weaker also suggest replacement in future/just passed

  28. Fail111,604 miles (+16,546)1 failure1 repaired5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,604 miles
    Test number
    590875660114
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteSuspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing
    • NoteSuspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing
    • NoteFront discs slightly worn
    • NoteLong travel parking brake
    • NoteWasher jets partly blocked

  29. Pass95,058 miles (+15,705)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    95,058 miles
    Test number
    764792069145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass79,353 miles (+10,246)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    79,353 miles
    Test number
    523107358141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail69,107 miles3 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,107 miles
    Test number
    293148097461
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  32. Pass69,107 miles (+7,202)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    69,107 miles
    Test number
    790088297174
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  33. Pass61,905 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    61,905 miles
    Test number
    424671167062

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB04 EHJ

Does LB04 EHJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB04 EHJ expired on 8 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB04 EHJ?
The MOT on LB04 EHJ expired on 8 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB04 EHJ done?
LB04 EHJ was recorded at 176,071 miles at its MOT on 9 Oct 2025, an average of 6,136 miles a year.
Has LB04 EHJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB04 EHJ has failed 13 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on LB04 EHJ ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 26 Jun 2013. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LB04 EHJ find?
LB04 EHJ passed its latest MOT on 9 Oct 2025 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: nearside windscreen wiper blade defective; handbrake requirements only just met will need adjustment or repair; nearside rear integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced drop sill to floor area, and 3 more.

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