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Honda Civic

Blue · Petrol · 2002 · 1,396 cc

LX52 DAUMOT history

LX52 DAU is a blue petrol Honda Civic first used on 6 Sept 2002. Its MOT expired on 18 Sept 2023 and it has passed 17 of 31 MOT tests, with 173,683 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Feb 2024.

LX52 DAU blue Honda Civic – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 18 Sept 2023
Mileage
173,683 mi
At MOT on 26 Feb 2024
MOT tests
31
17 passed · 14 failed
Per year
8,118 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX52 DAU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Honda
Model
Civic
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,396 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
6 Sept 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 18 Sept 2023
Latest MOT test
26 Feb 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

LX52 DAU was last recorded at 173,683 miles on 26 Feb 2024, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Nov 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
173,680 miles · 24 Nov 2023
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
8,118 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 173,683 miles
  • 2023 – 173,680 miles
  • 2022 – 167,854 miles
  • 2021 – 161,681 miles
  • 2020 – 156,095 miles
  • 2019 – 152,598 miles
  • 2018 – 146,459 miles
  • 2017 – 140,216 miles
  • 2016 – 135,366 miles
  • 2015 – 128,097 miles
  • 2014 – 119,219 miles
  • 2013 – 106,427 miles
  • 2012 – 93,648 miles
  • 2011 – 78,236 miles
  • 2010 – 64,717 miles
  • 2009 – 55,879 miles
  • 2008 – 48,366 miles
  • 2007 – 40,110 miles
  • 2006 – 31,900 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail173,683 miles
  • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (1.6 (a))
  • MajorBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorFront Body component insecure Bumper and grill (6.2.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
  • MajorNearside Rear reflector defective or damaged by more than 50% of the reflecting surface Water/condensation in lamp (4.8.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Body component insecure Wheel arch liner (6.2.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill panel (6.1.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryParking brake lever has movement indicating incorrect adjustment but not excessive

What MOT failures 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 Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2023

  • Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

31 tests since 9 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail173,683 miles (+3)11 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    173,683 miles
    Test number
    895150051657
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (1.6 (a))
    • MajorBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorFront Body component insecure Bumper and grill (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear reflector defective or damaged by more than 50% of the reflecting surface Water/condensation in lamp (4.8.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Body component insecure Wheel arch liner (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill panel (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has movement indicating incorrect adjustment but not excessive

  2. Fail173,680 miles (+4)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    173,680 miles
    Test number
    885017310511
    • DangerousNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Fail173,676 miles (+7)1 dangerous3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    173,676 miles
    Test number
    702042588653
    • DangerousNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear reflector reflecting white to the rear (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Fail173,669 miles (+5,815)1 dangerous7 major5 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    173,669 miles
    Test number
    547831938842
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested Due to condition of brake pads (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorFront Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass167,854 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    167,854 miles
    Test number
    969926586648
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Fail167,854 miles (+6,173)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,854 miles
    Test number
    180854729978
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass161,681 miles (+5,586)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    161,681 miles
    Test number
    811312534082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass156,095 miles (+54)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    156,095 miles
    Test number
    883442896817

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail156,041 miles (+3,443)1 dangerous2 major1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,041 miles
    Test number
    479931943605
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  10. Pass152,598 miles (+6)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    152,598 miles
    Test number
    646917194115
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Fail152,592 miles (+6,133)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,592 miles
    Test number
    850530309740
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass146,459 miles (+6,243)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    146,459 miles
    Test number
    174564183667
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass140,216 miles (+293)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    140,216 miles
    Test number
    141139471339
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  14. Fail139,923 miles (+4,557)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,923 miles
    Test number
    562925515611
    • FailureFront Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Inner Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass135,366 miles (+7,269)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    135,366 miles
    Test number
    983307656144
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass128,097 miles (+76)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    128,097 miles
    Test number
    506057549142
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  17. Fail128,021 miles (+8,802)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,021 miles
    Test number
    200189880231
    • FailureOffside Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  18. Pass119,219 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    119,219 miles
    Test number
    365665244216
    • AdvisorySupplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

  19. Fail119,219 miles (+12,792)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,219 miles
    Test number
    367855144238
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass106,427 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    106,427 miles
    Test number
    216539443203
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  21. Fail106,427 miles (+12,779)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,427 miles
    Test number
    917259943261
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  22. Pass93,648 miles (+15,412)
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    93,648 miles
    Test number
    388470952413

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass78,236 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    78,236 miles
    Test number
    346909341209
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre
    • NoteBoth front tyres cracking

  24. Fail78,236 miles (+13,519)1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,236 miles
    Test number
    477939241208
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre
    • NoteBoth front tyres cracking

  25. Pass64,717 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    64,717 miles
    Test number
    262839440231
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  26. Fail64,717 miles (+8,838)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,717 miles
    Test number
    883249740203
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  27. Pass55,879 miles (+7,513)
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    55,879 miles
    Test number
    273880359236

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass48,366 miles (+8,256)
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    48,366 miles
    Test number
    841132758290

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail40,110 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,110 miles
    Test number
    554061057225
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  30. Pass40,110 miles (+8,210)
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    40,110 miles
    Test number
    653651957210

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass31,900 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    31,900 miles
    Test number
    121992856249
    • NoteOffside front tyre

Questions about LX52 DAU

Does LX52 DAU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LX52 DAU expired on 18 Sept 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LX52 DAU?
The MOT on LX52 DAU expired on 18 Sept 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LX52 DAU done?
LX52 DAU was recorded at 173,683 miles at its MOT on 26 Feb 2024, an average of 8,118 miles a year.
Has LX52 DAU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX52 DAU has failed 14 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Feb 2024.
Has the mileage on LX52 DAU 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 LX52 DAU find?
LX52 DAU failed its latest MOT on 26 Feb 2024 with 11 major defects and 7 advisories: anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate; bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position; front body component insecure bumper and grill, and 15 more.

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