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Honda Civic

Silver · Petrol · 1998 · 1,590 cc

R389 ARDMOT history

R389 ARD is a silver petrol Honda Civic first used on 31 Dec 1998. Its MOT is valid until 3 Feb 2027 and it has passed 19 of 32 MOT tests, with 110,988 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Jan 2026.

R389 ARD silver Honda Civic – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 3 Feb 2027
Mileage
110,988 mi
At MOT on 29 Jan 2026
MOT tests
32
19 passed · 13 failed
Per year
4,252 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R389 ARD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Honda
Model
Civic
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,590 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
31 Dec 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

R389 ARD was last recorded at 110,988 miles on 29 Jan 2026, 9,466 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
101,522 miles · 4 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
9,466 miles
Average per year
4,252 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 110,988 miles
  • 2025 – 101,522 miles
  • 2024 – 94,163 miles
  • 2023 – 86,623 miles
  • 2022 – 86,133 miles
  • 2019 – 84,218 miles
  • 2018 – 81,670 miles
  • 2017 – 79,344 miles
  • 2016 – 77,133 miles
  • 2015 – 73,161 miles
  • 2014 – 69,246 miles
  • 2013 – 66,449 miles
  • 2012 – 64,339 miles
  • 2011 – 63,138 miles
  • 2010 – 53,906 miles
  • 2009 – 42,519 miles
  • 2008 – 35,283 miles
  • 2007 – 31,174 miles
  • 2006 – 26,934 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass110,988 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage 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 Trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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 Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2025

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear suspension very rusty

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2022

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2017

  • Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2013

  • Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2013

Full MOT history

32 tests since 24 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass110,988 miles (+9,466)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    110,988 miles
    Test number
    623277764969
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage 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 Trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass101,522 miles3 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    101,522 miles
    Test number
    768424445785
    • MinorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail101,522 miles (+201)2 major3 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,522 miles
    Test number
    416760587240
    • MajorOffside Body component damaged and likely to cause injury door mirror (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail101,321 miles (+7,158)3 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,321 miles
    Test number
    308426482735
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel both (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass94,163 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    94,163 miles
    Test number
    629459328561
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  6. Fail94,163 miles (+7,540)4 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,163 miles
    Test number
    938154533117
    • MajorDriver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorDriver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  7. Pass86,623 miles (+490)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    86,623 miles
    Test number
    626167079903
    • AdvisoryFront + rear suspension very rusty
    • AdvisoryTemp repair os side repeater

  8. Pass86,133 miles (+3)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    86,133 miles
    Test number
    220939599129
    • AdvisoryExhaust very rusty
    • AdvisoryFront suspension very rusty
    • AdvisoryRear suspension very rusty
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted
    • AdvisoryUnderneath very rusty

  9. Fail86,130 miles (+1,912)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,130 miles
    Test number
    264521231860
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases middle/rear (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust very rusty
    • AdvisoryFront suspension very rusty
    • AdvisoryRear suspension very rusty
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted
    • AdvisoryUnderneath very rusty

  10. Pass84,218 miles (+31)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    84,218 miles
    Test number
    466440262602
    • AdvisoryBoth rear trailing arm bush very poor
    • AdvisoryFront dust covers poor
    • AdvisoryNearside front outer CV gaiter damp

  11. Fail84,187 miles (+2,517)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,187 miles
    Test number
    739262964644
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Centre pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear trailing arm bush very poor
    • AdvisoryFront dust covers poor
    • AdvisoryNearside front outer CV gaiter damp

  12. Pass81,670 miles (+2,326)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    81,670 miles
    Test number
    375610070913
    • AdvisoryAll tyres cracking on side walls
    • AdvisoryBall joint covers poor
    • AdvisoryBoth rear trailing arm bushes weak
    • AdvisoryFront discs rusty
    • AdvisoryNs cv boot damp
    • AdvisoryNsf tyre on limit
    • AdvisoryRear suspension very rusty

  13. Pass79,344 miles (+156)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    79,344 miles
    Test number
    752624650245
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  14. Fail79,188 miles (+2,055)6 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,188 miles
    Test number
    798372574688
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn on inner edge
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs worn
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre tread low
    • AdvisoryNearside rear shocker damp
    • AdvisoryOffside rear abs wire is insecure
    • AdvisoryRear number plate faded
    • AdvisoryScreen is chipped and cracked

  15. Pass77,133 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    77,133 miles
    Test number
    873224278975
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres treads getting low

  16. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    635324935172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail73,161 miles (+3,915)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,161 miles
    Test number
    935264535109
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre pressure is low

  18. Pass69,246 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    69,246 miles
    Test number
    177569134104
    • NoteOffside front shocker is damp, nearside aim on lower limit

  19. Fail69,246 miles (+2,797)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,246 miles
    Test number
    196429034158
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • NoteOffside front shocker is damp, nearside aim on lower limit

  20. Pass66,449 miles5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    66,449 miles
    Test number
    548966553144
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteN/s/f door has bodywork damage

  21. Fail66,449 miles (+2,110)2 failures5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,449 miles
    Test number
    866621353134
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteN/s/f door has bodywork damage

  22. Pass64,339 miles (+1,201)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2013
    Odometer
    64,339 miles
    Test number
    235032752445
    • NoteO/s/r radius arm bush split

  23. Pass63,138 miles (+9,232)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2012
    Odometer
    63,138 miles
    Test number
    115886241147
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  24. Pass53,906 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2011
    Odometer
    53,906 miles
    Test number
    391503730199
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  25. Fail53,906 miles (+11,387)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,906 miles
    Test number
    133932130177
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  26. Pass42,519 miles (+92)
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2010
    Odometer
    42,519 miles
    Test number
    941861349139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail42,427 miles (+7,144)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,427 miles
    Test number
    192975139123
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  28. Pass35,283 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2009
    Odometer
    35,283 miles
    Test number
    640533438187

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail35,283 miles (+4,109)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,283 miles
    Test number
    242008528186
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

  30. Pass31,174 miles (+4,240)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    31,174 miles
    Test number
    271083517406
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  31. Pass26,934 miles5 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    26,934 miles
    Test number
    110934616191
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteCovers fitted over the outer sills
    • NoteN/s head light washer is incomplete
    • NoteO/s head light aim is on the low limit
    • NoteO/s rear tyre is perished and the outer tread shoulder is starting to split
    • NoteWheel rims are scored

  32. Fail26,934 miles1 repaired5 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,934 miles
    Test number
    323104016110
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteCovers fitted over the outer sills
    • NoteN/s head light washer is incomplete
    • NoteO/s head light aim is on the low limit
    • NoteO/s rear tyre is perished and the outer tread shoulder is starting to split
    • NoteWheel rims are scored

Questions about R389 ARD

Does R389 ARD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on R389 ARD is valid until 3 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on R389 ARD?
The MOT on R389 ARD is valid until 3 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has R389 ARD done?
R389 ARD was recorded at 110,988 miles at its MOT on 29 Jan 2026, an average of 4,252 miles a year.
Has R389 ARD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R389 ARD has failed 13 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on R389 ARD 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 R389 ARD find?
R389 ARD passed its latest MOT on 29 Jan 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside front anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; nearside rear suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush; offside front anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 1 more.

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