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Honda Civic

Blue · Petrol · 1997 · 1,396 cc

R963 ACRMOT history

R963 ACR is a blue petrol Honda Civic first used on 14 Nov 1997. Its MOT is valid until 18 Dec 2026 and it has passed 16 of 24 MOT tests, with 133,072 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Dec 2025.

R963 ACR blue Honda Civic – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 18 Dec 2026
Mileage
133,072 mi
At MOT on 19 Dec 2025
MOT tests
24
16 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,498 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R963 ACR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Honda
Model
Civic
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,396 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
14 Nov 1997
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
19 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

R963 ACR was last recorded at 133,072 miles on 19 Dec 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Dec 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
133,072 miles · 17 Dec 2025
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
3,498 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 133,072 miles
  • 2024 – 131,049 miles
  • 2023 – 129,645 miles
  • 2022 – 127,409 miles
  • 2021 – 122,288 miles
  • 2020 – 119,595 miles
  • 2019 – 118,681 miles
  • 2018 – 117,157 miles
  • 2017 – 114,939 miles
  • 2016 – 111,887 miles
  • 2014 – 109,254 miles
  • 2013 – 106,207 miles
  • 2012 – 99,954 miles
  • 2011 – 95,579 miles
  • 2006 – 87,848 miles
  • 2005 – 61,986 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass133,072 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))Recorded at 9 MOTs since 2020

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 Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor5 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor5 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Offside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Rear tyre slightly misshaped

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

24 tests since 24 Aug 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass133,072 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    133,072 miles
    Test number
    911795743378
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  2. Fail133,072 miles (+2,023)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,072 miles
    Test number
    648020277978
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  3. Pass131,049 miles (+1,404)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    131,049 miles
    Test number
    238670416830
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  4. Pass129,645 miles2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    129,645 miles
    Test number
    228503977098
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  5. Fail129,645 miles (+2,236)2 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,645 miles
    Test number
    841006819353
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  6. Pass127,409 miles (+5,121)2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    127,409 miles
    Test number
    258149654181
    • MinorCentral Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edge /slightly misshaped (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edge /slightly misshaped (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edge /slightly misshaped (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  7. Pass122,288 miles2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2022
    Odometer
    122,288 miles
    Test number
    967473264699
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge slightly misshaped (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge slightly misshaped (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  8. Fail122,288 miles (+2,693)2 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,288 miles
    Test number
    551794230312
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp switch missing (4.5.3 (a))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge slightly misshaped (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge slightly misshaped (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  9. Pass119,595 miles (+914)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2021
    Odometer
    119,595 miles
    Test number
    772100437719
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre slightly misshaped
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  10. Pass118,681 miles (+18)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    118,681 miles
    Test number
    862266475206
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre slightly misshaped
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre slightly misshaped

  11. Fail118,663 miles (+1,506)1 dangerous5 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,663 miles
    Test number
    719321537431
    • DangerousOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre slightly misshaped
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre slightly misshaped

  12. Pass117,157 miles (+2,218)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    117,157 miles
    Test number
    209880353352
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisorySupplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

  13. Pass114,939 miles (+3,052)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    114,939 miles
    Test number
    909862998929

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass111,887 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    111,887 miles
    Test number
    939445945107
    • AdvisoryFront tyres worn on inner edge
    • AdvisoryRear pads getting low

  15. Fail111,887 miles3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,887 miles
    Test number
    101265379880
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront tyres worn on inner edges

  16. Fail111,887 miles (+2,633)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,887 miles
    Test number
    605247348830
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront tyres worn on inner edges

  17. Pass109,254 miles (+3,047)
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    109,254 miles
    Test number
    108855194229

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass106,207 miles (+6,253)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    106,207 miles
    Test number
    349936493244
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  19. Pass99,954 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    99,954 miles
    Test number
    207549762213
    • AdvisoryRear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Fail99,954 miles (+4,375)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,954 miles
    Test number
    746113362276
    • FailureNearside Outer Front Lower Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)
    • FailureNearside Outer Front Upper Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)
    • FailureOffside Outer Lower Ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass95,579 miles (+7,731)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    95,579 miles
    Test number
    659091391278
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass87,848 miles (+25,862)
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    87,848 miles
    Test number
    104463136206

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass61,986 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2006
    Odometer
    61,986 miles
    Test number
    390537435438

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail61,986 miles4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,986 miles
    Test number
    743016435270
    • FailureNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Questions about R963 ACR

Does R963 ACR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on R963 ACR is valid until 18 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on R963 ACR?
The MOT on R963 ACR is valid until 18 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has R963 ACR done?
R963 ACR was recorded at 133,072 miles at its MOT on 19 Dec 2025, an average of 3,498 miles a year.
Has R963 ACR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R963 ACR has failed 8 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on R963 ACR 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 R963 ACR find?
R963 ACR passed its latest MOT on 19 Dec 2025 with 3 advisories: front oil leak, but not excessive; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate.

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