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Honda Civic

Red · Petrol · 1997 · 1,396 cc

R686 GWKMOT history

R686 GWK is a red petrol Honda Civic first used on 1 Aug 1997. Its MOT is valid until 13 Apr 2027 and it has passed 20 of 26 MOT tests, with 108,502 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Apr 2026.

R686 GWK red Honda Civic – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 13 Apr 2027
Mileage
108,502 mi
At MOT on 14 Apr 2026
MOT tests
26
20 passed · 6 failed
Per year
1,997 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R686 GWK
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 13 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

R686 GWK was last recorded at 108,502 miles on 14 Apr 2026, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
108,500 miles · 9 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
1,997 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 108,502 miles
  • 2024 – 106,297 miles
  • 2023 – 104,024 miles
  • 2022 – 103,309 miles
  • 2021 – 102,523 miles
  • 2020 – 101,795 miles
  • 2019 – 100,785 miles
  • 2018 – 99,666 miles
  • 2017 – 98,887 miles
  • 2016 – 97,311 miles
  • 2015 – 95,582 miles
  • 2014 – 93,864 miles
  • 2013 – 92,083 miles
  • 2012 – 90,395 miles
  • 2011 – 87,662 miles
  • 2010 – 85,664 miles
  • 2009 – 83,865 miles
  • 2008 – 79,644 miles
  • 2007 – 73,598 miles
  • 2006 – 68,395 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass108,502 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (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.

  • Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

Full MOT history

26 tests since 13 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass108,502 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    108,502 miles
    Test number
    785372565473
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail108,500 miles (+2,203)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,500 miles
    Test number
    239939174119
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension locking device missing split pin (5.3.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension locking device missing split pin (5.3.6 (b))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass106,297 miles (+2,273)
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    106,297 miles
    Test number
    195863746175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass104,024 miles (+715)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    104,024 miles
    Test number
    767422155166
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Rear body Quatre panel has visible rust
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  5. Pass103,309 miles (+786)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    103,309 miles
    Test number
    366617104798
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush (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))

  6. Pass102,523 miles (+728)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    102,523 miles
    Test number
    249168268934
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass101,795 miles (+1,010)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    101,795 miles
    Test number
    276234316358
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement large trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement large trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass100,785 miles (+1,119)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    100,785 miles
    Test number
    300117004860

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass99,666 miles (+779)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    99,666 miles
    Test number
    433988195286
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass98,887 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    98,887 miles
    Test number
    983177147102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail98,877 miles (+1,566)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,877 miles
    Test number
    147037032379
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

  12. Pass97,311 miles (+1,729)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    97,311 miles
    Test number
    460246068396

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass95,582 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    95,582 miles
    Test number
    149572165022

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail95,572 miles (+1,708)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,572 miles
    Test number
    726381165052
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

  15. Pass93,864 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    93,864 miles
    Test number
    309219164047

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail93,864 miles (+1,781)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,864 miles
    Test number
    705149764029
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  17. Pass92,083 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    92,083 miles
    Test number
    429111073008

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail92,076 miles (+1,681)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,076 miles
    Test number
    915210973063
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Pass90,395 miles (+2,733)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    90,395 miles
    Test number
    409553572037
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  20. Pass87,662 miles (+1,998)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    87,662 miles
    Test number
    187207761078

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass85,664 miles (+1,799)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    85,664 miles
    Test number
    724164370026

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass83,865 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    83,865 miles
    Test number
    362724869058
    • NoteSidewall of nearside rear tyre slightly worn and cracked

  23. Fail83,865 miles (+4,221)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,865 miles
    Test number
    820894169016
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteSidewall of nearside rear tyre slightly worn and cracked

  24. Pass79,644 miles (+6,046)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    79,644 miles
    Test number
    113826368477

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass73,598 miles (+5,203)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    73,598 miles
    Test number
    103143577432

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass68,395 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    68,395 miles
    Test number
    231102876064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about R686 GWK

Does R686 GWK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on R686 GWK is valid until 13 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on R686 GWK?
The MOT on R686 GWK is valid until 13 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has R686 GWK done?
R686 GWK was recorded at 108,502 miles at its MOT on 14 Apr 2026, an average of 1,997 miles a year.
Has R686 GWK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R686 GWK has failed 6 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on R686 GWK 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 R686 GWK find?
R686 GWK passed its latest MOT on 14 Apr 2026 with 3 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside rear suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm; offside rear suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm.

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