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Honda Civic

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 1,590 cc

LR53 GHFMOT history

LR53 GHF is a silver petrol Honda Civic first used on 29 Sept 2003. Its MOT expired on 7 Oct 2026 and it has passed 19 of 30 MOT tests, with 151,607 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Sept 2025.

LR53 GHF silver Honda Civic – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 7 Oct 2026
Mileage
151,607 mi
At MOT on 25 Sept 2025
MOT tests
30
19 passed · 11 failed
Per year
6,478 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR53 GHF
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
29 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 7 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
25 Sept 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR53 GHF was last recorded at 151,607 miles on 25 Sept 2025, 6 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Sept 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 8 Oct 2020: 13,948 miles, lower than 139,646 miles on 2 Oct 2020.

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
151,601 miles · 24 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
6 miles
Average per year
6,478 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 151,607 miles
  • 2024 – 148,009 miles
  • 2023 – 144,679 miles
  • 2022 – 142,290 miles
  • 2021 – 140,706 miles
  • 2020 – 13,948 miles
  • 2019 – 132,775 miles
  • 2018 – 120,466 miles
  • 2017 – 114,949 miles
  • 2016 – 112,146 miles
  • 2015 – 108,086 miles
  • 2014 – 103,954 miles
  • 2013 – 99,547 miles
  • 2011 – 83,987 miles
  • 2010 – 73,573 miles
  • 2009 – 62,907 miles
  • 2008 – 52,192 miles
  • 2007 – 41,019 miles
  • 2006 – 28,532 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass151,607 miles
  • AdvisoryAll under body corroded

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Offside Front Drivers seat has some movement

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Lipped

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Lipped

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

30 tests since 26 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass151,607 miles (+6)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    151,607 miles
    Test number
    874901663714
    • AdvisoryAll under body corroded

  2. Fail151,601 miles (+19)6 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,601 miles
    Test number
    876414123671
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Insecure (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Insecure (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding Suspect caliper problem has vehicle has had new brake discs and brake pads (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drivers seat has some movement
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Fail151,582 miles (+3,573)1 dangerous7 major11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,582 miles
    Test number
    569943279752
    • DangerousOffside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Split and press in type (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Split (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Split and press in type (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Split (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Split (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Corrosion bands formed on the braking surface (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drivers seat has some movement
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Brake fluid close to minimum mark Also clutch fluid is on the minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Corrosion bands formed on the braking surface (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 16% is the minimum effort and it recorded 16%, condition of the rear brakes (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively Due to the condition of the brake discs (1.2.1 (e))

  4. Pass148,009 miles (+3,330)2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    148,009 miles
    Test number
    384691214091
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive Oil level on the minimum mark (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Surface corrosion (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drivers seat has some movement
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Surface corrosion (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. Nearside weak in operation compared to the offside (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  5. Pass144,679 miles (+2,389)
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    144,679 miles
    Test number
    689773456690

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass142,290 miles (+1,584)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    142,290 miles
    Test number
    560468193079
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both front foggy (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass140,706 miles (+126,758)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    140,706 miles
    Test number
    435274430905
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both front lights (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre is 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre is 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass13,948 miles (-125,698)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    13,948 miles
    Test number
    902391243573
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front drivers seat play in mechanism
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFew areas of corrosion

  9. Fail139,646 miles (+6,871)4 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,646 miles
    Test number
    716890334287
    • MajorHeadlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front drivers seat play in mechanism
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFew areas of corrosion

  10. Pass132,775 miles (+37)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    132,775 miles
    Test number
    933718877294
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge o/s & n/s (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Fail132,738 miles (+12,272)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,738 miles
    Test number
    635394711005
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge o/s & n/s (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass120,466 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    120,466 miles
    Test number
    889921996973

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail120,466 miles (+5,517)6 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,466 miles
    Test number
    772703659305
    • FailureCentral Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 24" (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 195/60//15h (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass114,949 miles (+2,803)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    114,949 miles
    Test number
    916455169008
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass112,146 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    112,146 miles
    Test number
    227461773001
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  16. Fail112,146 miles (+4,060)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,146 miles
    Test number
    311450535836
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass108,086 miles (+4,132)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    108,086 miles
    Test number
    196627295496
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteSurface corrosion to underside of vehicle

  18. Pass103,954 miles (+4,407)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    103,954 miles
    Test number
    188910584095
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  19. Pass99,547 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    99,547 miles
    Test number
    969033093002
    • NoteCorrosion on underside off vehicle

  20. Fail99,545 miles (+15,558)4 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,545 miles
    Test number
    125343493484
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteCorrosion on underside off vehicle

  21. Fail83,987 miles3 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,987 miles
    Test number
    636598071203
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteCorrosion on floor around handbrake mounting
    • NoteNearside front tyre sidewall split

  22. Pass83,987 miles (+10,414)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    83,987 miles
    Test number
    737248771262
    • NoteCorrosion on floor around handbrake mounting
    • NoteNearside front tyre sidewall split

  23. Fail73,573 miles3 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,573 miles
    Test number
    120837460276
    • Repaired at testFront Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteFront disc pitted
    • NoteNear side front wiper split

  24. Pass73,573 miles (+10,666)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    73,573 miles
    Test number
    993907160299
    • NoteFront disc pitted
    • NoteNear side front wiper split

  25. Pass62,907 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    62,907 miles
    Test number
    311290269492

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail62,906 miles (+10,714)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,906 miles
    Test number
    860249659254
    • FailureNearside 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 Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  27. Pass52,192 miles (+11,173)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    52,192 miles
    Test number
    420106568215

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass41,019 miles (+12,487)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    41,019 miles
    Test number
    304340277411

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass28,532 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    28,532 miles
    Test number
    403019666287

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail28,532 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,532 miles
    Test number
    573309766206
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LR53 GHF

Does LR53 GHF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR53 GHF expired on 7 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR53 GHF?
The MOT on LR53 GHF expired on 7 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR53 GHF done?
LR53 GHF was recorded at 151,607 miles at its MOT on 25 Sept 2025, an average of 6,478 miles a year.
Has LR53 GHF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR53 GHF has failed 11 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on LR53 GHF ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 8 Oct 2020. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LR53 GHF find?
LR53 GHF passed its latest MOT on 25 Sept 2025 with 1 advisory: all under body corroded.

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