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Honda Civic

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 1,590 cc

LC51 RXLMOT history

LC51 RXL is a blue petrol Honda Civic first used on 18 Oct 2001. Its MOT is valid until 8 Dec 2026 and it has passed 19 of 30 MOT tests, with 141,244 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Dec 2025.

LC51 RXL blue Honda Civic – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 8 Dec 2026
Mileage
141,244 mi
At MOT on 4 Dec 2025
MOT tests
30
19 passed · 11 failed
Per year
5,292 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC51 RXL
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Honda
Model
Civic
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,590 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
18 Oct 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
4 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC51 RXL was last recorded at 141,244 miles on 4 Dec 2025, 1,885 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
139,359 miles · 9 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
1,885 miles
Average per year
5,292 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 141,244 miles
  • 2024 – 139,359 miles
  • 2023 – 137,153 miles
  • 2022 – 135,629 miles
  • 2021 – 134,212 miles
  • 2020 – 131,831 miles
  • 2019 – 128,318 miles
  • 2017 – 122,842 miles
  • 2016 – 118,474 miles
  • 2015 – 115,184 miles
  • 2014 – 110,282 miles
  • 2013 – 102,636 miles
  • 2012 – 93,666 miles
  • 2011 – 85,507 miles
  • 2010 – 75,409 miles
  • 2009 – 66,014 miles
  • 2008 – 56,481 miles
  • 2007 – 45,451 miles
  • 2006 – 39,740 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass141,244 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated just acceptable (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (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 Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated just acceptable (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • BOTH HEADLAMP IMAGES POOR

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Front Outer track rod end rubber slightly perrished

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front CV gator slightly weeping grease

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2010–2015

Full MOT history

30 tests since 29 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass141,244 miles4 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    141,244 miles
    Test number
    642796358705
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated just acceptable (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (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 Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated just acceptable (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail141,244 miles (+1,885)1 repaired4 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,244 miles
    Test number
    472039061976
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated just acceptable (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (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 Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated just acceptable (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass139,359 miles (+2,206)2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    139,359 miles
    Test number
    186190443969
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated just acceptable (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated just acceptable (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on edges (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass137,153 miles (+1,524)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    137,153 miles
    Test number
    595824311031
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  5. Pass135,629 miles (+1,417)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    135,629 miles
    Test number
    324849350273
    • AdvisoryBOTH HEADLAMP IMAGES POOR

  6. Pass134,212 miles (+2,381)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    134,212 miles
    Test number
    332238402803
    • AdvisoryBOTH HEADLAMP IMAGES POOR
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass131,831 miles (+3,513)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    131,831 miles
    Test number
    466256606630
    • AdvisoryBOTH REAR WHEELS SLIGHT BINDING BOTH HEADLAMP IMAGES POOR (JUST ACCEPTABLE)

  8. Pass128,318 miles (+1)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    128,318 miles
    Test number
    655044817383
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHigh level brake light bulb has 3 bulbs center bulb not working
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer track rod end rubber slightly perrished
    • AdvisoryOffside Front CV gator slightly weeping grease
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Fail128,317 miles (+5,475)2 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,317 miles
    Test number
    135244891685
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Just acceptable (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Just acceptable (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHigh level brake light has 3 bulbs center bulb not working
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer track rod end rubber slightly perrished
    • AdvisoryOffside Front CV gator slightly weeping grease
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass122,842 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    122,842 miles
    Test number
    908758672714
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  11. Fail122,842 miles (+4,368)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,842 miles
    Test number
    260551522990
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  12. Pass118,474 miles (+3,290)
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    118,474 miles
    Test number
    499290318098

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass115,184 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    115,184 miles
    Test number
    848736017460

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail115,184 miles (+4,902)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,184 miles
    Test number
    403688174409
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass110,282 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    110,282 miles
    Test number
    135393684206
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Fail110,282 miles (+7,646)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,282 miles
    Test number
    277433484273
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass102,636 miles (+8,970)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    102,636 miles
    Test number
    746702983202

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass93,666 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    93,666 miles
    Test number
    607433982257
    • 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)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  19. Fail93,666 miles (+8,159)2 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,666 miles
    Test number
    217643282263
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • 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)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • NoteOil level below min

  20. Fail85,507 miles1 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,507 miles
    Test number
    505178981211
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteOil level low before emisssion test

  21. Pass85,507 miles (+10,098)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    85,507 miles
    Test number
    895448981211
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteOil level low before emisssion test

  22. Pass75,409 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    75,409 miles
    Test number
    563875980283

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail75,399 miles (+9,385)2 failures5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,399 miles
    Test number
    551875080243
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteBoth front wipers split
    • NoteCentre stop light partialy working,more than 50%
    • NoteO/s number plate light comes on when tapped

  24. Pass66,014 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    66,014 miles
    Test number
    804419989226

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail66,014 miles (+9,533)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,014 miles
    Test number
    350309089203
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

  26. Pass56,481 miles (+328)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    56,481 miles
    Test number
    124117588263

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail56,153 miles (+10,702)2 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,153 miles
    Test number
    260754278210
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteEngine oil top up required
    • NoteLarge cut in outer sidewall of nearside front tyre (some cords showing)

  28. Pass45,451 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    45,451 miles
    Test number
    592191577219
    • AdvisoryOffside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteAll wiper blade rubbers split at ends
    • NoteOffside and nearside front lower wishbone compliance bushes deteriorated

  29. Fail45,451 miles (+5,711)3 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,451 miles
    Test number
    741271777225
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteAll wiper blade rubbers split at ends
    • NoteOffside and nearside front lower wishbone compliance bushes deteriorated

  30. Pass39,740 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    39,740 miles
    Test number
    730752376206
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Questions about LC51 RXL

Does LC51 RXL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LC51 RXL is valid until 8 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LC51 RXL?
The MOT on LC51 RXL is valid until 8 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LC51 RXL done?
LC51 RXL was recorded at 141,244 miles at its MOT on 4 Dec 2025, an average of 5,292 miles a year.
Has LC51 RXL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC51 RXL has failed 11 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on LC51 RXL 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 LC51 RXL find?
LC51 RXL passed its latest MOT on 4 Dec 2025 with 4 minor defects and 8 advisories: nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated just acceptable; nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; nearside track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt, and 9 more.

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