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Honda Civic CRX

Blue · Petrol · 1997 · 1,488 cc

R989 RJOMOT history

R989 RJO is a blue petrol Honda Civic CRX first used on 5 Aug 1997. Its MOT is valid until 28 Jul 2027 and it has passed 14 of 18 MOT tests, with 101,279 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Jul 2026.

R989 RJO blue Honda Civic – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 28 Jul 2027
Mileage
101,279 mi
At MOT on 20 Jul 2026
MOT tests
18
14 passed · 4 failed
Per year
1,624 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R989 RJO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Honda
Model
Civic CRX
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,488 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
5 Aug 1997
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

R989 RJO was last recorded at 101,279 miles on 20 Jul 2026, 8 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
101,271 miles · 7 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
8 miles
Average per year
1,624 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 101,279 miles
  • 2025 – 101,209 miles
  • 2024 – 101,064 miles
  • 2020 – 100,877 miles
  • 2019 – 100,128 miles
  • 2018 – 99,134 miles
  • 2017 – 97,492 miles
  • 2016 – 94,965 miles
  • 2015 – 92,380 miles
  • 2014 – 87,625 miles
  • 2008 – 86,710 miles
  • 2007 – 81,617 miles
  • 2006 – 76,633 miles
  • 2005 – 67,169 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass101,279 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

18 tests since 18 Jul 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass101,279 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    101,279 miles
    Test number
    530614822933

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail101,271 miles (+62)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,271 miles
    Test number
    717298052494
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner arch 1/4 panel and inner lower arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner 1/4 panel (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  3. Pass101,209 miles (+145)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    101,209 miles
    Test number
    988950797806

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass101,064 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    101,064 miles
    Test number
    768208886638

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail101,064 miles (+187)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,064 miles
    Test number
    928355774844
    • Repaired at testHorn not working (7.7 (a))
  6. Pass100,877 miles (+749)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    100,877 miles
    Test number
    447459857195
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Power steering component has slight seepage from a component steering rack (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  7. Pass100,128 miles (+16)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    100,128 miles
    Test number
    149158442473
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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 front trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  8. Fail100,112 miles (+978)2 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,112 miles
    Test number
    250529696079
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorPower steering component leaking Steering Rack Excessive Leaking (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front Trailing Arm/Axle Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front Trailing Arm/Axle Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel Binding
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  9. Pass99,134 miles (+1,642)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    99,134 miles
    Test number
    266218382208
    • 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))
  10. Pass97,492 miles (+2,527)
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    97,492 miles
    Test number
    541858774908

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass94,965 miles (+2,585)
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    94,965 miles
    Test number
    214121250150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass92,380 miles (+4,755)
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    92,380 miles
    Test number
    282959381722

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass87,625 miles (+915)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    87,625 miles
    Test number
    178611084246
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  14. Pass86,710 miles (+5,093)
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    86,710 miles
    Test number
    182872418218

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass81,617 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    81,617 miles
    Test number
    222479417215
    • AdvisoryNearside Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)
    • NoteUneven wear on offside rear tyre
  16. Fail81,617 miles (+4,984)1 repaired3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,617 miles
    Test number
    443589917295
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)
    • NoteUneven wear on offside rear tyre
  17. Pass76,633 miles (+9,464)
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    76,633 miles
    Test number
    711762316222

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass67,169 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2006
    Odometer
    67,169 miles
    Test number
    230149395130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about R989 RJO

Does R989 RJO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on R989 RJO is valid until 28 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on R989 RJO?
The MOT on R989 RJO is valid until 28 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has R989 RJO done?
R989 RJO was recorded at 101,279 miles at its MOT on 20 Jul 2026, an average of 1,624 miles a year.
Has R989 RJO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R989 RJO has failed 4 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on R989 RJO 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 R989 RJO find?
R989 RJO passed its latest MOT on 20 Jul 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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