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Honda Civic

Blue · Petrol · 2004 · 1,590 cc

LO04 ESFMOT history

LO04 ESF is a blue petrol Honda Civic first used on 26 Jul 2004. Its MOT is valid until 21 Jul 2027 and it has passed 18 of 31 MOT tests, with 120,749 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Jul 2026.

LO04 ESF blue Honda Civic – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 21 Jul 2027
Mileage
120,749 mi
At MOT on 21 Jul 2026
MOT tests
31
18 passed · 13 failed
Per year
2,355 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LO04 ESF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Honda
Model
Civic
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,590 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
26 Jul 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LO04 ESF was last recorded at 120,749 miles on 21 Jul 2026, 4,598 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Jul 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 22 Jul 2025: 116,151 miles, lower than 166,174 miles on 20 Feb 2024.

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
116,151 miles · 22 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
4,598 miles
Average per year
2,355 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 120,749 miles
  • 2025 – 116,151 miles
  • 2024 – 166,174 miles
  • 2023 – 164,355 miles
  • 2021 – 155,453 miles
  • 2020 – 150,103 miles
  • 2019 – 144,412 miles
  • 2018 – 140,552 miles
  • 2017 – 135,633 miles
  • 2016 – 131,784 miles
  • 2015 – 126,777 miles
  • 2014 – 118,978 miles
  • 2013 – 115,400 miles
  • 2012 – 111,968 miles
  • 2011 – 108,178 miles
  • 2009 – 100,786 miles
  • 2008 – 90,496 miles
  • 2007 – 75,948 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass120,749 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryAll direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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.

  • Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low

    Failure2 MOTs, 2013

  • Offside Front Headlamp aim too low

    Failure2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

31 tests since 13 Jul 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass120,749 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    120,749 miles
    Test number
    801566392518
    • MinorOffside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Fail120,749 miles (+4,598)2 repaired1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,749 miles
    Test number
    485615473692
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass116,151 miles3 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    116,151 miles
    Test number
    766010545594
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Fail116,151 miles (-50,023)1 repaired3 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,151 miles
    Test number
    286524682917
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass166,174 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    166,174 miles
    Test number
    552989196293
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  6. Fail166,174 miles (+1,819)6 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,174 miles
    Test number
    612192955013
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryLower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass164,355 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    164,355 miles
    Test number
    851884193706

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail164,355 miles (+8,902)2 dangerous5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,355 miles
    Test number
    843924973351
    • DangerousNearside Front Outer Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

  9. Pass155,453 miles2 minor
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    155,453 miles
    Test number
    385817924126
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp has less than 1/2 LEDs not functioning (4.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

  10. Fail155,453 miles (+5,350)1 repaired2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,453 miles
    Test number
    934240050276
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp has less than 1/2 LEDs not functioning (4.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

  11. Pass150,103 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    150,103 miles
    Test number
    988792642281

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail150,103 miles (+5,691)1 dangerous5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,103 miles
    Test number
    752439695932
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt buckle missing (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorRear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorRear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

  13. Pass144,412 miles2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    144,412 miles
    Test number
    570214061246
    • MinorObligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt Both sides

  14. Fail144,410 miles (+3,858)1 dangerous4 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,410 miles
    Test number
    169824793472
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorObligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt Both sides

  15. Pass140,552 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    140,552 miles
    Test number
    579372387869

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail140,550 miles (+4,917)1 dangerous1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,550 miles
    Test number
    786014626143
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  17. Pass135,633 miles (+3,849)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    135,633 miles
    Test number
    528306784243
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  18. Pass131,784 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    131,784 miles
    Test number
    679953151880

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail131,784 miles (+5,007)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,784 miles
    Test number
    727077716769
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass126,777 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    126,777 miles
    Test number
    646683615245

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail126,777 miles (+7,799)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,777 miles
    Test number
    155123715291
    • FailureRear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  22. Pass118,978 miles (+3,578)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    118,978 miles
    Test number
    456971334066

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass115,400 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    115,400 miles
    Test number
    138440433428

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail115,400 miles (+51)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,400 miles
    Test number
    198709223456
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

  25. Fail115,349 miles (+3,381)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,349 miles
    Test number
    846406123020
    • FailureBody insecure and dangerous to other road users (6.1.B.1b)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  26. Pass111,968 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    111,968 miles
    Test number
    386861832016
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  27. Fail111,968 miles (+3,790)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,968 miles
    Test number
    277701432027
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  28. Pass108,178 miles (+7,392)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    108,178 miles
    Test number
    827626321098

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass100,786 miles (+10,290)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    100,786 miles
    Test number
    364923789256
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  30. Pass90,496 miles (+14,548)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    90,496 miles
    Test number
    340773808259
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  31. Pass75,948 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    75,948 miles
    Test number
    690094597193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LO04 ESF

Does LO04 ESF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LO04 ESF is valid until 21 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LO04 ESF?
The MOT on LO04 ESF is valid until 21 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LO04 ESF done?
LO04 ESF was recorded at 120,749 miles at its MOT on 21 Jul 2026, an average of 2,355 miles a year.
Has LO04 ESF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LO04 ESF has failed 13 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on LO04 ESF ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 22 Jul 2025. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LO04 ESF find?
LO04 ESF passed its latest MOT on 21 Jul 2026 with 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: offside side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning; all direction indicators slightly discoloured; exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration, and 4 more.

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