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Honda Civic

Blue · Petrol · 1997 · 1,590 cc

P97 SWXMOT history

P97 SWX is a blue petrol Honda Civic first used on 2 Jan 1997. Its MOT expired on 17 Feb 2024 and it has passed 18 of 22 MOT tests, with 110,457 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Jan 2023.

P97 SWX blue Honda Civic – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 17 Feb 2024
Mileage
110,457 mi
At MOT on 19 Jan 2023
MOT tests
22
18 passed · 4 failed
Per year
3,025 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P97 SWX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Honda
Model
Civic
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,590 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
2 Jan 1997
MOT status
MOT expired on 17 Feb 2024
Latest MOT test
19 Jan 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

P97 SWX was last recorded at 110,457 miles on 19 Jan 2023, 2,393 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Feb 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
108,064 miles · 2 Feb 2022
Between the last two tests
2,393 miles
Average per year
3,025 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 110,457 miles
  • 2022 – 108,064 miles
  • 2021 – 105,641 miles
  • 2020 – 103,641 miles
  • 2019 – 100,965 miles
  • 2018 – 98,470 miles
  • 2017 – 96,471 miles
  • 2016 – 94,433 miles
  • 2015 – 91,911 miles
  • 2014 – 88,194 miles
  • 2013 – 85,105 miles
  • 2012 – 81,943 miles
  • 2011 – 79,353 miles
  • 2010 – 77,375 miles
  • 2009 – 73,860 miles
  • 2008 – 69,812 miles
  • 2007 – 64,010 miles
  • 2006 – 59,013 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass110,457 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear's (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisorySuspension + Underbody generally corrodedRecorded at 4 MOTs since 2021

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.

  • Underseal peeling off underbody

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2017–2020

  • Covers on sills

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

22 tests since 16 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass110,457 miles (+2,393)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    110,457 miles
    Test number
    295492997606
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear's (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisorySuspension + Underbody generally corroded

  2. Pass108,064 miles (+38)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    108,064 miles
    Test number
    700860539741
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisorySuspension + Underbody generally corroded

  3. Fail108,026 miles (+2,385)2 dangerous3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,026 miles
    Test number
    303583782636
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisorySuspension + Underbody generally corroded

  4. Pass105,641 miles (+2,000)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    105,641 miles
    Test number
    515704102685
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySuspension + Underbody generally corroded

  5. Pass103,641 miles (+2,676)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    103,641 miles
    Test number
    148814715551
    • AdvisoryCovers on sills
    • AdvisoryUnderseal peeling off underbody

  6. Pass100,965 miles (+3)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    100,965 miles
    Test number
    284615509699
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryCovers on sills
    • AdvisoryUnderseal peeling off underbody

  7. Fail100,962 miles (+2,492)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,962 miles
    Test number
    403527870123
    • MajorFront Position lamp not working both (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryCovers on sills
    • AdvisoryUnderseal peeling off underbody

  8. Pass98,470 miles (+3)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    98,470 miles
    Test number
    600915997758
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear running inside edge off

  9. Fail98,467 miles (+1,996)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,467 miles
    Test number
    807530766017
    • FailureFront position lamp(s) not working both (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear running inside edge off

  10. Pass96,471 miles (+2,038)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    96,471 miles
    Test number
    679612461738
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryUnderseal peeling off underbody

  11. Pass94,433 miles (+2,522)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    94,433 miles
    Test number
    897900661600
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement all (2.4.G.2)

  12. Pass91,911 miles (+3,717)
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    91,911 miles
    Test number
    176557525065

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass88,194 miles (+3,089)
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    88,194 miles
    Test number
    175252944427

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass85,105 miles (+3,162)
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    85,105 miles
    Test number
    185837343473

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass81,943 miles (+2,590)
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    81,943 miles
    Test number
    408872642043

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass79,353 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    79,353 miles
    Test number
    237886241003

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail79,353 miles (+1,978)4 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,353 miles
    Test number
    517936741047
    • Repaired at testBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • Repaired at testNearside Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Pass77,375 miles (+3,515)
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    77,375 miles
    Test number
    852234640020

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass73,860 miles (+4,048)
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    73,860 miles
    Test number
    163235249483

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass69,812 miles (+5,802)
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    69,812 miles
    Test number
    530949748036

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass64,010 miles (+4,997)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    64,010 miles
    Test number
    880215817066

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass59,013 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    59,013 miles
    Test number
    720666816077

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about P97 SWX

Does P97 SWX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on P97 SWX expired on 17 Feb 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on P97 SWX?
The MOT on P97 SWX expired on 17 Feb 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has P97 SWX done?
P97 SWX was recorded at 110,457 miles at its MOT on 19 Jan 2023, an average of 3,025 miles a year.
Has P97 SWX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P97 SWX has failed 4 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Jan 2022.
Has the mileage on P97 SWX 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 P97 SWX find?
P97 SWX passed its latest MOT on 19 Jan 2023 with 7 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear's; exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; fuel pipe/s corroded, and 4 more.

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