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Honda Civic

Black · Petrol · 1998 · 1,590 cc

S42 DFMMOT history

S42 DFM is a black petrol Honda Civic first used on 5 Aug 1998. Its MOT expired on 9 Aug 2023 and it has passed 16 of 17 MOT tests, with 167,594 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Aug 2022.

S42 DFM black Honda Civic – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 9 Aug 2023
Mileage
167,594 mi
At MOT on 10 Aug 2022
MOT tests
17
16 passed · 1 failed
Per year
6,329 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S42 DFM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Honda
Model
Civic
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,590 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
5 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 9 Aug 2023
Latest MOT test
10 Aug 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

S42 DFM was last recorded at 167,594 miles on 10 Aug 2022, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Mar 2021.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 2 Mar 2021: 167,594 miles, lower than 167,598 miles on 8 Jul 2019.

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
167,594 miles · 2 Mar 2021
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
6,329 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 167,594 miles
  • 2021 – 167,594 miles
  • 2019 – 167,598 miles
  • 2018 – 167,596 miles
  • 2017 – 167,594 miles
  • 2016 – 166,839 miles
  • 2015 – 164,937 miles
  • 2014 – 160,719 miles
  • 2013 – 147,805 miles
  • 2012 – 131,814 miles
  • 2011 – 116,605 miles
  • 2010 – 103,595 miles
  • 2009 – 88,913 miles
  • 2008 – 72,634 miles
  • 2007 – 67,537 miles
  • 2006 – 62,942 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass167,594 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (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.

  • High level brake light not working

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Noise on front suspension/steering

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass167,594 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    167,594 miles
    Test number
    788928000167
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  2. Pass167,594 miles (-4)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    167,594 miles
    Test number
    257695560052
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  3. Pass167,598 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    167,598 miles
    Test number
    611459026185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass167,596 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2019
    Odometer
    167,596 miles
    Test number
    920291468821

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass167,594 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2018
    Odometer
    167,594 miles
    Test number
    141548053023
    • AdvisoryHigh level brake light not working
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNoise on front suspension/steering
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOil leaks
  6. Fail167,594 miles (+755)11 failures9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,594 miles
    Test number
    211008151058
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)
    • FailureNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater insecure (1.4.A.2b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported exhaust rubber detached (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryHigh level brake light not working
    • AdvisoryLower radiator hose clip broken
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)
    • AdvisoryNoise on front suspension/steering
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOil leaks
  7. Pass166,839 miles (+1,902)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    166,839 miles
    Test number
    634200771596
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  8. Pass164,937 miles (+4,218)
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    164,937 miles
    Test number
    789236425039

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass160,719 miles (+12,914)
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    160,719 miles
    Test number
    756534324041

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass147,805 miles (+15,991)
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    147,805 miles
    Test number
    199203733409

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass131,814 miles (+15,209)
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    131,814 miles
    Test number
    387725332033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass116,605 miles (+13,010)
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    116,605 miles
    Test number
    519549121023

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass103,595 miles (+14,682)
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    103,595 miles
    Test number
    240619320036

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass88,913 miles (+16,279)
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    88,913 miles
    Test number
    640917419007

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass72,634 miles (+5,097)
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    72,634 miles
    Test number
    701649218066

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass67,537 miles (+4,595)
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    67,537 miles
    Test number
    122797537067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass62,942 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    62,942 miles
    Test number
    620806626075

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S42 DFM

Does S42 DFM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S42 DFM expired on 9 Aug 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S42 DFM?
The MOT on S42 DFM expired on 9 Aug 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S42 DFM done?
S42 DFM was recorded at 167,594 miles at its MOT on 10 Aug 2022, an average of 6,329 miles a year.
Has S42 DFM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S42 DFM has failed 1 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Apr 2017.
Has the mileage on S42 DFM ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 2 Mar 2021. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on S42 DFM find?
S42 DFM passed its latest MOT on 10 Aug 2022 with 1 advisory: rear suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both.

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