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Honda Civic

Red · Petrol · 1998 · 1,396 cc

R211 TFCMOT history

R211 TFC is a red petrol Honda Civic first used on 31 Mar 1998. Its MOT is valid until 27 Sept 2027 and it has passed 21 of 32 MOT tests, with 131,769 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Oct 2026.

R211 TFC red Honda Civic – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 27 Sept 2027
Mileage
131,769 mi
At MOT on 28 Sept 2026
MOT tests
32
21 passed · 11 failed
Per year
5,357 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R211 TFC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Honda
Model
Civic
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,396 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
31 Mar 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

R211 TFC was last recorded at 131,769 miles on 28 Sept 2026, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
131,768 miles · 24 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
5,357 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 131,769 miles
  • 2025 – 127,728 miles
  • 2024 – 122,845 miles
  • 2023 – 117,190 miles
  • 2022 – 109,758 miles
  • 2021 – 100,778 miles
  • 2020 – 94,956 miles
  • 2019 – 83,350 miles
  • 2018 – 71,494 miles
  • 2017 – 68,282 miles
  • 2016 – 64,932 miles
  • 2015 – 61,699 miles
  • 2014 – 58,338 miles
  • 2013 – 55,076 miles
  • 2012 – 51,587 miles
  • 2011 – 46,372 miles
  • 2010 – 31,860 miles
  • 2009 – 23,454 miles
  • 2008 – 22,697 miles
  • 2007 – 22,226 miles
  • 2006 – 21,366 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass131,769 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Both front brake flexible hoses not securely attached to suspension may cause hose to contact itemsRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Inner tyre wall perishing/light cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both rear trailing arm bushes in poor condition but no excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2026

  • Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2026

  • Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2026

  • Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022–2026

Full MOT history

32 tests since 17 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass131,769 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    131,769 miles
    Test number
    578103555016
    • AdvisoryFront Both front brake flexible hoses not securely attached to suspension may cause hose to contact items
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Inner tyre wall perishing/light cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both rear trailing arm bushes in poor condition but no excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail131,768 miles (+12)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,768 miles
    Test number
    736554664394
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Both front brake flexible hoses not securely attached to suspension may cause hose to contact items
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Inner tyre wall perishing/light cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both rear trailing arm bushes in poor condition but no excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Fail131,756 miles (+4,028)1 dangerous17 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,756 miles
    Test number
    480308166420
    • DangerousOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut attachment bracket/mounting likely to become detached loose (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorDriver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements letters and numbers incorrectly spaced (0.1 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering linkage fouling track rod end on inner wheel arch (2.1.4 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension locking device missing ball joint (5.3.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers insecurely attached (5.3.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering linkage fouling track rod end on inner wheel arch (2.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension locking device missing ball joint (5.3.6 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers insecurely attached (5.3.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn hub bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake hose not secured to suspension leg
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake hose not secured to suspension leg
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass127,728 miles (+4,883)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    127,728 miles
    Test number
    257097761824
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass122,845 miles (+53)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    122,845 miles
    Test number
    456165247145
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Floors (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Back plate adrift causing damage
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Fail122,792 miles (+5,602)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,792 miles
    Test number
    602802670423
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Floors (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Back plate adrift causing damage
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass117,190 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    117,190 miles
    Test number
    381029833003
    • AdvisoryNearside door mirror cover damaged but not sharp
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Fail117,190 miles (+7,432)1 dangerous4 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,190 miles
    Test number
    349277776703
    • DangerousNearside Front Outer Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside door mirror cover damaged but not sharp
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass109,758 miles (+8,980)5 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    109,758 miles
    Test number
    139290469254
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass100,778 miles (+5,822)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    100,778 miles
    Test number
    133852281597
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust has slight blow

  11. Pass94,956 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    94,956 miles
    Test number
    222939831922
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner STRONG ADVISE (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Fail94,956 miles (+11,606)5 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,956 miles
    Test number
    417751750234
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorStop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp side lamp goes off when stop lamp come on (4.3.3 (b))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner STRONG ADVISE (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  13. Pass83,350 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    83,350 miles
    Test number
    824509020916
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  14. Fail83,350 miles (+11,856)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,350 miles
    Test number
    380040630426
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  15. Pass71,494 miles (+1)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    71,494 miles
    Test number
    118060873178
    • AdvisoryDrivers window not working
    • AdvisoryFront tyres worn on inner edges
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both sides (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRBT: service brake only 55%
    • AdvisoryRear wiper blade split

  16. Fail71,493 miles (+3,211)5 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,493 miles
    Test number
    410562367747
    • FailureFront Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak both sides (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureRear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak both sides (2.7.3)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' cracked (8.3.1d)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both sides (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryDrivers window not working
    • AdvisoryFront tyres worn on inner edges
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both sides (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRBT: service brake only 55%
    • AdvisoryRear wiper blade split

  17. Pass68,282 miles (+3,350)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    68,282 miles
    Test number
    587086964911
    • Advisory2x sill covers fitted
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre perished

  18. Pass64,932 miles (+3,233)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    64,932 miles
    Test number
    521958689256
    • Advisory2x outer sill covers fitted

  19. Pass61,699 miles (+3,361)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    61,699 miles
    Test number
    575079355002
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  20. Pass58,338 miles (+3,262)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    58,338 miles
    Test number
    836649254010
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  21. Pass55,076 miles (+3,489)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    55,076 miles
    Test number
    478611063059
    • AdvisoryOuter Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  22. Pass51,587 miles (+5,215)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    51,587 miles
    Test number
    275454832004
    • AdvisoryOuter Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  23. Pass46,372 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    46,372 miles
    Test number
    136965331070

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail46,372 miles (+14,512)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,372 miles
    Test number
    146955831428
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  25. Pass31,860 miles (+7)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    31,860 miles
    Test number
    614667140047
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  26. Fail31,853 miles (+8,399)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,853 miles
    Test number
    204534040040
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  27. Fail23,454 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,454 miles
    Test number
    730913849075
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  28. Pass23,454 miles (+757)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    23,454 miles
    Test number
    761803349025

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass22,697 miles (+471)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    22,697 miles
    Test number
    223531538071

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass22,226 miles (+860)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    22,226 miles
    Test number
    141574447078

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass21,366 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    21,366 miles
    Test number
    321738746085
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • NoteRear number plate water ingress

  32. Fail21,366 miles1 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,366 miles
    Test number
    592858946091
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • NoteRear number plate water ingress

Questions about R211 TFC

Does R211 TFC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on R211 TFC is valid until 27 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on R211 TFC?
The MOT on R211 TFC is valid until 27 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has R211 TFC done?
R211 TFC was recorded at 131,769 miles at its MOT on 28 Sept 2026, an average of 5,357 miles a year.
Has R211 TFC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R211 TFC has failed 11 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on R211 TFC 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 R211 TFC find?
R211 TFC passed its latest MOT on 28 Sept 2026 with 3 advisories: front both front brake flexible hoses not securely attached to suspension may cause hose to contact items; nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner tyre wall perishing/light cracking; rear suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear trailing arm bushes in poor condition but no excessive movement.

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