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Honda Civic

Blue · Petrol · 2002 · 1,396 cc

LX52 DBOMOT history

LX52 DBO is a blue petrol Honda Civic first used on 7 Sept 2002. Its MOT is valid until 3 Sept 2027 and it has passed 21 of 32 MOT tests, with 123,185 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Sept 2026.

LX52 DBO blue Honda Civic – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 3 Sept 2027
Mileage
123,185 mi
At MOT on 1 Sept 2026
MOT tests
32
21 passed · 11 failed
Per year
5,253 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX52 DBO
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
7 Sept 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
1 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LX52 DBO was last recorded at 123,185 miles on 1 Sept 2026, 4,034 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Aug 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 20 Aug 2010: 49,280 miles, lower than 75,807 miles on 2 Sept 2009.

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
119,151 miles · 26 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
4,034 miles
Average per year
5,253 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 123,185 miles
  • 2025 – 119,151 miles
  • 2024 – 115,786 miles
  • 2023 – 113,588 miles
  • 2022 – 111,495 miles
  • 2021 – 109,512 miles
  • 2020 – 106,910 miles
  • 2019 – 104,015 miles
  • 2018 – 100,463 miles
  • 2017 – 95,942 miles
  • 2016 – 89,434 miles
  • 2015 – 82,695 miles
  • 2014 – 75,900 miles
  • 2013 – 69,312 miles
  • 2012 – 61,998 miles
  • 2011 – 56,064 miles
  • 2010 – 49,280 miles
  • 2009 – 75,807 miles
  • 2008 – 35,424 miles
  • 2007 – 28,246 miles
  • 2006 – 18,160 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass123,185 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryExhaust emissions passed on second idle test

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 Front Position lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2016

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2012

Full MOT history

32 tests since 4 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass123,185 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    123,185 miles
    Test number
    572598654210
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emissions passed on second idle test

  2. Fail123,184 miles (+4,033)1 dangerous1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,184 miles
    Test number
    841796944800
    • DangerousNearside Front Outer Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emissions passed on second idle test

  3. Pass119,151 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    119,151 miles
    Test number
    416533514563

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail119,150 miles (+3,364)7 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,150 miles
    Test number
    172041108497
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension rod ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside 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 Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (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))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

  5. Pass115,786 miles (+2,198)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    115,786 miles
    Test number
    615841484339
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension rod ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension rod ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  6. Pass113,588 miles (+2,093)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    113,588 miles
    Test number
    851389525158
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both side (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass111,495 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    111,495 miles
    Test number
    916354908942

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail111,495 miles (+1,983)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,495 miles
    Test number
    201781893258
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

  9. Pass109,512 miles (+2,602)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    109,512 miles
    Test number
    773781340033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass106,910 miles (+2,895)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    106,910 miles
    Test number
    184531631077

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass104,015 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    104,015 miles
    Test number
    799647575360

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail104,015 miles (+3,552)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,015 miles
    Test number
    448835809803
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testStop lamp(s) not working both (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass100,463 miles (+4,521)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    100,463 miles
    Test number
    483462343359

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass95,942 miles (+6,508)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    95,942 miles
    Test number
    964187104095

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass89,434 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    89,434 miles
    Test number
    199237817197
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Fail89,434 miles (+6,739)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,434 miles
    Test number
    467464654503
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Pass82,695 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    82,695 miles
    Test number
    212156937505

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail82,695 miles (+6,795)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,695 miles
    Test number
    839976296432
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

  19. Pass75,900 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    75,900 miles
    Test number
    155820944260

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail75,900 miles (+6,588)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,900 miles
    Test number
    376690944404
    • Repaired at testFuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

  21. Pass69,312 miles (+7,314)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    69,312 miles
    Test number
    788669733218

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail61,998 miles1 repaired4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,998 miles
    Test number
    147371142291
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteNearside front tyre slight damage outsie wall

  23. Pass61,998 miles (+5,934)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    61,998 miles
    Test number
    339251542451
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteNearside front tyre slight damage outsie wall

  24. Pass56,064 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    56,064 miles
    Test number
    758397131208

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail56,064 miles (+6,784)3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,064 miles
    Test number
    117747631269
    • FailureFront front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteTracking out

  26. Pass49,280 miles (-26,527)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    49,280 miles
    Test number
    370762030466

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass75,807 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    75,807 miles
    Test number
    321095249490

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail75,807 miles (+40,383)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,807 miles
    Test number
    673555149203
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  29. Pass35,424 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    35,424 miles
    Test number
    154017748296
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  30. Fail35,424 miles (+7,178)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,424 miles
    Test number
    902207948258
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  31. Pass28,246 miles (+10,086)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    28,246 miles
    Test number
    352487627497

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass18,160 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    18,160 miles
    Test number
    364927846278

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LX52 DBO

Does LX52 DBO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LX52 DBO is valid until 3 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LX52 DBO?
The MOT on LX52 DBO is valid until 3 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LX52 DBO done?
LX52 DBO was recorded at 123,185 miles at its MOT on 1 Sept 2026, an average of 5,253 miles a year.
Has LX52 DBO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX52 DBO has failed 11 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on LX52 DBO ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 20 Aug 2010. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LX52 DBO find?
LX52 DBO passed its latest MOT on 1 Sept 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: offside front lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; brake pedal wearing smooth; exhaust emissions passed on second idle test.

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