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Honda Civic

Red · Petrol · 1997 · 1,396 cc

R478 ATRMOT history

R478 ATR is a red petrol Honda Civic first used on 1 Aug 1997. Its MOT is valid until 4 Feb 2027 and it has passed 18 of 30 MOT tests, with 59,122 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Feb 2026.

R478 ATR red Honda Civic – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 4 Feb 2027
Mileage
59,122 mi
At MOT on 5 Feb 2026
MOT tests
30
18 passed · 12 failed
Per year
1,654 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R478 ATR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Honda
Model
Civic
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,396 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
1 Aug 1997
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

R478 ATR was last recorded at 59,122 miles on 5 Feb 2026, 18 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Dec 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
59,104 miles · 16 Dec 2025
Between the last two tests
18 miles
Average per year
1,654 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 59,122 miles
  • 2025 – 59,104 miles
  • 2024 – 57,260 miles
  • 2023 – 54,532 miles
  • 2022 – 51,910 miles
  • 2021 – 49,468 miles
  • 2020 – 46,432 miles
  • 2019 – 43,179 miles
  • 2018 – 41,463 miles
  • 2017 – 39,610 miles
  • 2016 – 38,351 miles
  • 2015 – 36,840 miles
  • 2014 – 33,858 miles
  • 2013 – 32,675 miles
  • 2010 – 31,746 miles
  • 2009 – 30,494 miles
  • 2008 – 29,591 miles
  • 2007 – 28,402 miles
  • 2006 – 26,726 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass59,122 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Front suspension rusty

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security general

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Both rear trailing arm bushes deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Corrosion to fuel pipes

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive front subframe rear mounting [ reinforced floor between subframe mounting and inner sidesill ] (2.4.A.3)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

30 tests since 4 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass59,122 miles (+18)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    59,122 miles
    Test number
    315114911185
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  2. Fail59,104 miles (+1,844)8 major1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,104 miles
    Test number
    903490924079
    • MajorCentral Front Power steering component leaking steering rack (2.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength lower wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and suspension components (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear All position lamps slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing nails in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both rear brakes (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both rear shocks (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and suspension components (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both trailing arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion to under side of vehicle
  3. Pass57,260 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    57,260 miles
    Test number
    892569853733
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion to the underside of the vehicle
  4. Fail57,260 miles (+2,728)3 repaired8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,260 miles
    Test number
    913481221939
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion to the underside of the vehicle
  5. Pass54,532 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    54,532 miles
    Test number
    374701056014
    • AdvisoryFront suspension rusty
  6. Fail54,531 miles (+2,621)5 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,531 miles
    Test number
    712524202889
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Obligatory mirror insecure (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases + blowing centre section (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront suspension rusty
    • 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))
  7. Pass51,910 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    51,910 miles
    Test number
    990834233300
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisorySuspension components corroded
    • AdvisoryUnder body corroded
  8. Fail51,910 miles (+2,442)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,910 miles
    Test number
    679233518370
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases cat to centre pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisorySuspension components corroded
    • AdvisoryUnder body corroded
  9. Pass49,468 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    49,468 miles
    Test number
    515092301396

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail49,468 miles (+3,036)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,468 miles
    Test number
    500729033872
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
  11. Pass46,432 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    46,432 miles
    Test number
    829274034120
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security general (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  12. Fail46,428 miles (+3,249)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,428 miles
    Test number
    963909635019
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security general (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  13. Pass43,179 miles (+1,716)
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    43,179 miles
    Test number
    382655558085

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass41,463 miles (+24)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    41,463 miles
    Test number
    874067481236
    • AdvisoryBoth rear trailing arm bushes deteriorated
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to fuel pipes
  15. Fail41,439 miles (+1,829)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,439 miles
    Test number
    542547903281
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded Both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer wheel arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front brake discs badly pitted
    • AdvisoryBoth rear trailing arm bushes deteriorated
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to fuel pipes
  16. Pass39,610 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    39,610 miles
    Test number
    951267308195
    • AdvisoryNearside Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive front subframe rear mounting [ reinforced floor between subframe mounting and inner sidesill ] (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
  17. Fail39,609 miles (+1,258)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,609 miles
    Test number
    310782691456
    • FailureOffside 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 Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside rear brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven 35% (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive front subframe rear mounting [ reinforced floor between subframe mounting and inner sidesill ] (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
  18. Pass38,351 miles (+231)
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    38,351 miles
    Test number
    435022813336

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail38,120 miles (+1,280)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,120 miles
    Test number
    583671174112
    • FailureNearside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle handle insecure falls off when you try to use it (6.2.B.1c)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
  20. Pass36,840 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    36,840 miles
    Test number
    688843399873
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
  21. Fail36,839 miles (+2,981)4 failures2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,839 miles
    Test number
    668588209633
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • Repaired at testExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • Repaired at testExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases middle box temporary repair to pass emissions test (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
  22. Pass33,858 miles (+1,183)5 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    33,858 miles
    Test number
    365508614349
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • NoteBody has corrosion
    • NoteOffside rear tyre cracking
    • NoteSuspension components corroded
  23. Pass32,675 miles3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    32,675 miles
    Test number
    236927263291
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • NoteHeavy corrosion to front floors
    • NoteOffside rear tyre heavily perished and close to the limit
  24. Fail32,672 miles (+926)1 failure4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,672 miles
    Test number
    398757663217
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • NoteHeavy corrosion to front floors
    • NoteOffside rear tyre heavily perished and close to the limit
  25. Pass31,746 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    31,746 miles
    Test number
    490970700260
    • NoteOffside rear tyre cracking around tread
    • NoteSlight corrosion to exhaust
    • NoteSlight wear rear suspension arm bushes due to age
  26. Fail31,746 miles (+1,252)4 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,746 miles
    Test number
    692780800217
    • FailureNearside Rear An item not tested (Manual)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre cracking around tread
    • NoteSlight corrosion to exhaust
    • NoteSlight wear rear suspension arm bushes due to age
  27. Pass30,494 miles (+903)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    30,494 miles
    Test number
    443798899164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass29,591 miles (+1,189)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    29,591 miles
    Test number
    931180418210

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass28,402 miles (+1,676)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    28,402 miles
    Test number
    481765007248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass26,726 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    26,726 miles
    Test number
    593805886170

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about R478 ATR

Does R478 ATR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on R478 ATR is valid until 4 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on R478 ATR?
The MOT on R478 ATR is valid until 4 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has R478 ATR done?
R478 ATR was recorded at 59,122 miles at its MOT on 5 Feb 2026, an average of 1,654 miles a year.
Has R478 ATR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R478 ATR has failed 12 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on R478 ATR 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 R478 ATR find?
R478 ATR passed its latest MOT on 5 Feb 2026 with 4 advisories: central front lower oil leak, but not excessive; central front power steering component has slight seepage from a component; rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread, and 1 more.

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