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Honda Civic

Blue · Petrol · 1997 · 1,595 cc

R468 BVVMOT history

R468 BVV is a blue petrol Honda Civic first used on 16 Oct 1997. Its MOT expired on 17 Oct 2025 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 164,629 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Oct 2024.

R468 BVV blue Honda Civic – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Honda Civic, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 17 Oct 2025
Mileage
164,629 mi
At MOT on 18 Oct 2024
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,701 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R468 BVV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Honda
Model
Civic
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,595 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
16 Oct 1997
MOT status
MOT expired on 17 Oct 2025
Latest MOT test
18 Oct 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

R468 BVV was last recorded at 164,629 miles on 18 Oct 2024, 121 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Jan 2023.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 16 Jun 2012: 146,006 miles, lower than 146,341 miles on 19 Jul 2011.

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
164,508 miles · 6 Jan 2023
Between the last two tests
121 miles
Average per year
3,701 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 164,629 miles
  • 2023 – 164,508 miles
  • 2021 – 164,267 miles
  • 2018 – 164,154 miles
  • 2017 – 163,581 miles
  • 2016 – 161,135 miles
  • 2015 – 160,621 miles
  • 2014 – 156,960 miles
  • 2013 – 153,410 miles
  • 2012 – 146,006 miles
  • 2011 – 146,341 miles
  • 2010 – 132,404 miles
  • 2009 – 123,405 miles
  • 2008 – 112,116 miles
  • 2007 – 104,568 miles
  • 2006 – 96,875 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass164,629 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryUnderseal applied to repairsRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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 Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Offside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2014

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2013

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2010

  • Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass164,629 miles (+121)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    164,629 miles
    Test number
    621687368906
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderseal applied to repairs

  2. Pass164,508 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    164,508 miles
    Test number
    590683204605
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion underneath
    • AdvisoryUnderseal applied to repairs

  3. Fail164,508 miles (+241)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,508 miles
    Test number
    114865511925
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt insecure (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion underneath
    • AdvisoryUnderseal applied to repairs

  4. Pass164,267 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    164,267 miles
    Test number
    689620079476
    • AdvisoryInner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sills both sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail164,267 miles (+113)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,267 miles
    Test number
    420549486426
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Road wheel fixing missing x1 (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Road wheel fixing missing x1 (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryInner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sills both sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass164,154 miles (+573)
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    164,154 miles
    Test number
    234847987123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass163,581 miles (+2,446)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    163,581 miles
    Test number
    478286765052
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  8. Pass161,135 miles (+514)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2017
    Odometer
    161,135 miles
    Test number
    677151043905

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass160,621 miles (+3,661)1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2016
    Odometer
    160,621 miles
    Test number
    919887725141
    • NoteSill covers fitted

  10. Pass156,960 miles10 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    156,960 miles
    Test number
    247112564138
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteOil leak

  11. Fail156,960 miles (+3,550)2 failures11 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,960 miles
    Test number
    735537154107
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteOil leak

  12. Pass153,410 miles (+7,404)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    153,410 miles
    Test number
    629547773127
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteUnder vehicle all prescribed area and all suspension/braking components slightly corroded

  13. Fail146,006 miles1 repaired8 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,006 miles
    Test number
    526578162176
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteUnder vehicle prescribed areas and suspension components slightly corroded

  14. Pass146,006 miles (-335)8 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    146,006 miles
    Test number
    757648462140
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteUnder vehicle prescribed areas and suspension components slightly corroded

  15. Pass146,341 miles (+13,937)6 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    146,341 miles
    Test number
    416800601297
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteEngine/gearbox mounting(s) defective
    • NoteAll brake pipes front to the rear slighlty corroded
    • NoteAll brake pipes front to the rear slightly corroded
    • NoteUnder vehicle all prescribed area and all suspension components slightly corroded

  16. Pass132,404 miles (+98)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    132,404 miles
    Test number
    260695470157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail132,306 miles (+8,901)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,306 miles
    Test number
    332905460190
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass123,405 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    123,405 miles
    Test number
    272505489406
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  19. Fail123,404 miles (+11,288)10 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,404 miles
    Test number
    514882889184
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Body has a projection caused by damage (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  20. Pass112,116 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    112,116 miles
    Test number
    274478478443
    • AdvisoryFront Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryFront constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  21. Fail112,116 miles (+7,548)4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,116 miles
    Test number
    891488278162
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage cracked (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryFront constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  22. Pass104,568 miles (+7,693)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    104,568 miles
    Test number
    251579277146
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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 Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  23. Pass96,875 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    96,875 miles
    Test number
    933299276116

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about R468 BVV

Does R468 BVV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on R468 BVV expired on 17 Oct 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on R468 BVV?
The MOT on R468 BVV expired on 17 Oct 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has R468 BVV done?
R468 BVV was recorded at 164,629 miles at its MOT on 18 Oct 2024, an average of 3,701 miles a year.
Has R468 BVV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R468 BVV has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Jan 2023.
Has the mileage on R468 BVV ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 16 Jun 2012. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on R468 BVV find?
R468 BVV passed its latest MOT on 18 Oct 2024 with 4 advisories: nearside rear brake disc worn, but not excessively; offside rear brake disc worn, but not excessively; oil leak, but not excessive, and 1 more.

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