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Honda Civic

Silver · Petrol · 1998 · 1,396 cc

S42 ETXMOT history

S42 ETX is a silver petrol Honda Civic first used on 1 Aug 1998. Its MOT is valid until 19 Jul 2027 and it has passed 19 of 27 MOT tests, with 82,607 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Jul 2026.

S42 ETX silver Honda Civic – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 19 Jul 2027
Mileage
82,607 mi
At MOT on 20 Jul 2026
MOT tests
27
19 passed · 8 failed
Per year
2,519 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S42 ETX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Honda
Model
Civic
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,396 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
1 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S42 ETX was last recorded at 82,607 miles on 20 Jul 2026, 12,379 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Nov 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
70,228 miles · 14 Nov 2022
Between the last two tests
12,379 miles
Average per year
2,519 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 82,607 miles
  • 2022 – 70,228 miles
  • 2021 – 68,354 miles
  • 2020 – 66,163 miles
  • 2019 – 64,978 miles
  • 2018 – 63,239 miles
  • 2017 – 60,093 miles
  • 2016 – 57,620 miles
  • 2015 – 55,135 miles
  • 2014 – 52,248 miles
  • 2013 – 49,396 miles
  • 2012 – 46,417 miles
  • 2011 – 44,149 miles
  • 2010 – 42,349 miles
  • 2009 – 40,275 miles
  • 2008 – 38,047 miles
  • 2007 – 35,336 miles
  • 2006 – 32,991 miles
  • 2005 – 29,622 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass82,607 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.

  • Offside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2011

Full MOT history

27 tests since 8 Jul 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass82,607 miles (+12,379)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    82,607 miles
    Test number
    859055767008

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass70,228 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    70,228 miles
    Test number
    649104104407

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail70,228 miles (+1,874)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,228 miles
    Test number
    649239912861
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

  4. Pass68,354 miles (+2,191)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    68,354 miles
    Test number
    141719099373
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  5. Pass66,163 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    66,163 miles
    Test number
    221118168572
    • MinorFront Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted. knock in suspension

  6. Fail66,163 miles (+1,185)2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,163 miles
    Test number
    312814575143
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorFront Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted. knock in suspension

  7. Pass64,978 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    64,978 miles
    Test number
    971001343598

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail64,977 miles (+1,738)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,977 miles
    Test number
    693454199954
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

  9. Pass63,239 miles (+3,146)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    63,239 miles
    Test number
    223286558151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass60,093 miles (+2,473)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    60,093 miles
    Test number
    688398964012

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass57,620 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    57,620 miles
    Test number
    711341849736
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Fail57,620 miles (+2,485)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,620 miles
    Test number
    179513319144
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass55,135 miles (+2,887)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    55,135 miles
    Test number
    127447685150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass52,248 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    52,248 miles
    Test number
    855578684136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail52,247 miles (+2,851)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,247 miles
    Test number
    315528484185
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

  16. Pass49,396 miles (+2,979)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    49,396 miles
    Test number
    249154183186
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass46,417 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    46,417 miles
    Test number
    639056582170

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail46,417 miles (+2,268)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,417 miles
    Test number
    939246382110
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureTrailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  19. Pass44,149 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    44,149 miles
    Test number
    539779981110
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  20. Fail44,149 miles (+1,800)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,149 miles
    Test number
    798349281199
    • FailureHeadlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  21. Pass42,349 miles (+2,074)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    42,349 miles
    Test number
    502669580131

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass40,275 miles (+2,228)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    40,275 miles
    Test number
    714193079142
    • AdvisoryRear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteSill covers fitted

  23. Pass38,047 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    38,047 miles
    Test number
    413812388150
    • AdvisoryRadius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  24. Fail38,047 miles (+2,711)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,047 miles
    Test number
    800932788140
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryRadius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  25. Pass35,336 miles (+2,345)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    35,336 miles
    Test number
    154123487166
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteSill covers fitted

  26. Pass32,991 miles (+3,369)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    32,991 miles
    Test number
    732541196189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass29,622 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2006
    Odometer
    29,622 miles
    Test number
    904219985199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S42 ETX

Does S42 ETX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S42 ETX is valid until 19 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on S42 ETX?
The MOT on S42 ETX is valid until 19 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S42 ETX done?
S42 ETX was recorded at 82,607 miles at its MOT on 20 Jul 2026, an average of 2,519 miles a year.
Has S42 ETX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S42 ETX has failed 8 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Nov 2022.
Has the mileage on S42 ETX 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 S42 ETX find?
S42 ETX passed its latest MOT on 20 Jul 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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