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Black · Petrol · 2006 · 1,339 cc

LS56 DHZMOT history

LS56 DHZ is a black petrol Honda Civic first used on 18 Nov 2006. Its MOT is valid until 23 Feb 2027 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 163,697 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Feb 2026.

LS56 DHZ black Honda Civic – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 23 Feb 2027
Mileage
163,697 mi
At MOT on 24 Feb 2026
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
7,321 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS56 DHZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Honda
Model
Civic
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,339 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
18 Nov 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS56 DHZ was last recorded at 163,697 miles on 24 Feb 2026, 8,693 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
155,004 miles · 19 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
8,693 miles
Average per year
7,321 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 163,697 miles
  • 2024 – 155,004 miles
  • 2023 – 148,010 miles
  • 2022 – 142,521 miles
  • 2021 – 136,897 miles
  • 2020 – 132,786 miles
  • 2019 – 124,378 miles
  • 2018 – 107,867 miles
  • 2017 – 97,517 miles
  • 2015 – 88,143 miles
  • 2014 – 83,509 miles
  • 2013 – 77,765 miles
  • 2012 – 69,531 miles
  • 2011 – 60,940 miles
  • 2010 – 52,208 miles
  • 2009 – 44,581 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass163,697 miles
  • MinorFront Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorFront Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both sides (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

21 tests since 17 Nov 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass163,697 miles (+8,693)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    163,697 miles
    Test number
    273277904548
    • MinorFront Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorFront Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both sides (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass155,004 miles (+6,994)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    155,004 miles
    Test number
    176920685561
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront to rear under body & suspension components slightly corroded

  3. Pass148,010 miles (+5,489)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    148,010 miles
    Test number
    878217096158
    • MinorSuspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both front (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorTrack rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both front (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front & both rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both front & both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing & both front (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced front to rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Pass142,521 miles (+5,624)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    142,521 miles
    Test number
    499566780217
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust heat shield slightly insecure
    • AdvisoryFront shocks corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass136,897 miles (+4,111)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    136,897 miles
    Test number
    525377053560
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront shock absorbers corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  6. Pass132,786 miles (+13)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    132,786 miles
    Test number
    424147932439
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front shock absorber corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail132,773 miles (+8,395)3 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,773 miles
    Test number
    616352731633
    • MajorExhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorTrack rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  8. Pass124,378 miles (+16,511)
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    124,378 miles
    Test number
    182524751340

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass107,867 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    107,867 miles
    Test number
    751271630967
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

  10. Fail107,867 miles (+10,350)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,867 miles
    Test number
    756086712118
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

  11. Pass97,517 miles (+9,374)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    97,517 miles
    Test number
    994557644731
    • AdvisoryNearside front shock absorber damp

  12. Pass88,143 miles (+4,634)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    88,143 miles
    Test number
    117047129374

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass83,509 miles (+5,744)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    83,509 miles
    Test number
    567926184217
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre
    • NoteFront tyres worn on raised edges

  14. Pass77,765 miles (+8,234)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    77,765 miles
    Test number
    507911593282

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass69,531 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    69,531 miles
    Test number
    305263692439

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail69,531 miles (+8,591)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,531 miles
    Test number
    608383192253
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

  17. Pass60,940 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    60,940 miles
    Test number
    306627981220

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail60,928 miles (+8,720)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,928 miles
    Test number
    515757681247
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Pass52,208 miles (+16)
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    52,208 miles
    Test number
    351871580295

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail52,192 miles (+7,611)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,192 miles
    Test number
    364618770226
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

  21. Pass44,581 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    44,581 miles
    Test number
    502401629317
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about LS56 DHZ

Does LS56 DHZ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS56 DHZ is valid until 23 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS56 DHZ?
The MOT on LS56 DHZ is valid until 23 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS56 DHZ done?
LS56 DHZ was recorded at 163,697 miles at its MOT on 24 Feb 2026, an average of 7,321 miles a year.
Has LS56 DHZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS56 DHZ has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Oct 2020.
Has the mileage on LS56 DHZ 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 LS56 DHZ find?
LS56 DHZ passed its latest MOT on 24 Feb 2026 with 2 minor defects and 4 advisories: front lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides; front outer track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both sides; exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration, and 3 more.

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