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Honda Civic

Red · Petrol · 1998 · 1,590 cc

R293 UBWMOT history

R293 UBW is a red petrol Honda Civic first used on 9 Apr 1998. Its MOT is valid until 30 Mar 2027 and it has passed 21 of 28 MOT tests, with 126,819 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Mar 2026.

R293 UBW red Honda Civic – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 30 Mar 2027
Mileage
126,819 mi
At MOT on 31 Mar 2026
MOT tests
28
21 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,931 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R293 UBW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Honda
Model
Civic
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,590 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
9 Apr 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
31 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

R293 UBW was last recorded at 126,819 miles on 31 Mar 2026, 9,903 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
116,916 miles · 17 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
9,903 miles
Average per year
4,931 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 126,819 miles
  • 2025 – 116,916 miles
  • 2024 – 110,149 miles
  • 2023 – 104,837 miles
  • 2022 – 101,888 miles
  • 2021 – 99,078 miles
  • 2020 – 97,459 miles
  • 2019 – 93,260 miles
  • 2018 – 89,238 miles
  • 2017 – 85,222 miles
  • 2016 – 82,294 miles
  • 2015 – 77,757 miles
  • 2014 – 74,054 miles
  • 2013 – 70,021 miles
  • 2012 – 66,748 miles
  • 2011 – 62,471 miles
  • 2010 – 56,792 miles
  • 2009 – 51,020 miles
  • 2008 – 43,766 miles
  • 2007 – 37,594 miles
  • 2006 – 29,349 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass126,819 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Fuel Pipe/s corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass126,819 miles (+9,903)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    126,819 miles
    Test number
    634838058319
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  2. Pass116,916 miles (+104)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    116,916 miles
    Test number
    650507574786
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  3. Fail116,812 miles (+6,663)4 major1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,812 miles
    Test number
    264839503099
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorRear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear trailing arm bush both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too high Both sides (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  4. Pass110,149 miles (+5,312)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    110,149 miles
    Test number
    914103098847
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both front (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  5. Pass104,837 miles (+2,949)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    104,837 miles
    Test number
    678101827866
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres cracked/perished
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp beam image poor, ok at time of test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both (4.4.3 (a))
  6. Pass101,888 miles (+66)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    101,888 miles
    Test number
    604424769813
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner track rod slight play
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp beam images poor
  7. Fail101,822 miles (+2,744)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,822 miles
    Test number
    284194428093
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp beam images poor
  8. Pass99,078 miles (+1,619)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    99,078 miles
    Test number
    614073850367
    • MinorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  9. Pass97,459 miles (+4,199)
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    97,459 miles
    Test number
    103543782025

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass93,260 miles (+4,022)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    93,260 miles
    Test number
    570483626957
    • MinorNearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  11. Pass89,238 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    89,238 miles
    Test number
    720366709727
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn on inner edge
  12. Fail89,238 miles (+4,016)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,238 miles
    Test number
    149950310017
    • FailureOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Valve stem seriously damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn on inner edge
  13. Pass85,222 miles (+2,928)
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    85,222 miles
    Test number
    688107459541

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass82,294 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    82,294 miles
    Test number
    941046606378
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front slight play in inner steering joint
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  15. Fail82,294 miles (+4,537)1 failure6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,294 miles
    Test number
    759446274785
    • FailureBraking system leaking front to rear brake pipe (3.6.A.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front slight play in inner steering joint
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  16. Pass77,757 miles (+3,703)
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    77,757 miles
    Test number
    865062465097

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass74,054 miles (+4,033)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    74,054 miles
    Test number
    108673964006
    • 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)
  18. Pass70,021 miles (+3,273)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    70,021 miles
    Test number
    158753963001
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteOsf brake has restricted movement but not enougth to show up on rbt
    • NoteSlight play in nsf steering arm
  19. Pass66,748 miles (+13)1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    66,748 miles
    Test number
    117500462482
    • NoteSlight dampness around fuel filler neck and corrosion. no leak detected at time of test
  20. Fail66,735 miles (+4,264)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,735 miles
    Test number
    936739952063
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • NoteSlight dampness around fuel filler neck and corrosion. no leak detected at time of test
  21. Pass62,471 miles (+5,679)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    62,471 miles
    Test number
    465833171011
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
  22. Pass56,792 miles (+5,772)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    56,792 miles
    Test number
    340004860069
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
  23. Pass51,020 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    51,020 miles
    Test number
    194438969074

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail51,018 miles (+7,252)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,018 miles
    Test number
    134394569402
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  25. Pass43,766 miles (+6,172)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    43,766 miles
    Test number
    760256538091

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass37,594 miles (+8,245)1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    37,594 miles
    Test number
    434330267013
    • NoteN/s/f brake very slight binding on,very slight corrision n/s/f chassis.
  27. Pass29,349 miles (+1,361)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    29,349 miles
    Test number
    251085206148
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  28. Fail27,988 miles5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,988 miles
    Test number
    421035176029
    • FailureCentre Rear Emissions not tested (7.0)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Questions about R293 UBW

Does R293 UBW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on R293 UBW is valid until 30 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on R293 UBW?
The MOT on R293 UBW is valid until 30 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has R293 UBW done?
R293 UBW was recorded at 126,819 miles at its MOT on 31 Mar 2026, an average of 4,931 miles a year.
Has R293 UBW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R293 UBW has failed 7 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on R293 UBW 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 R293 UBW find?
R293 UBW passed its latest MOT on 31 Mar 2026 with 4 advisories: central exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; nearside front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output; offside front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output, and 1 more.

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