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Honda Civic

Blue · Petrol · 1998 · 1,396 cc

S678 VBAMOT history

S678 VBA is a blue petrol Honda Civic first used on 29 Aug 1998. Its MOT is valid until 13 Apr 2027 and it has passed 20 of 26 MOT tests, with 85,034 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Apr 2026.

S678 VBA blue Honda Civic – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 13 Apr 2027
Mileage
85,034 mi
At MOT on 14 Apr 2026
MOT tests
26
20 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,074 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S678 VBA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Honda
Model
Civic
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,396 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
29 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S678 VBA was last recorded at 85,034 miles on 14 Apr 2026, 4,610 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
80,424 miles · 3 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
4,610 miles
Average per year
2,074 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 85,034 miles
  • 2025 – 80,424 miles
  • 2024 – 74,937 miles
  • 2023 – 71,403 miles
  • 2022 – 68,868 miles
  • 2021 – 67,999 miles
  • 2020 – 67,982 miles
  • 2018 – 67,938 miles
  • 2017 – 67,841 miles
  • 2016 – 67,605 miles
  • 2015 – 66,661 miles
  • 2014 – 65,580 miles
  • 2013 – 63,804 miles
  • 2012 – 62,308 miles
  • 2011 – 60,316 miles
  • 2010 – 58,106 miles
  • 2009 – 54,754 miles
  • 2008 – 51,968 miles
  • 2007 – 48,416 miles
  • 2006 – 44,077 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass85,034 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 Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2014–2017

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective blade split

    Minor2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

26 tests since 14 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass85,034 miles (+4,610)
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    85,034 miles
    Test number
    651157071715

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass80,424 miles (+5,487)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    80,424 miles
    Test number
    905613752585

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass74,937 miles (+3,534)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    74,937 miles
    Test number
    243401274496

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass71,403 miles (+2,535)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    71,403 miles
    Test number
    330368568426

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass68,868 miles (+869)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    68,868 miles
    Test number
    105798524432
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass67,999 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    67,999 miles
    Test number
    480788435614
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll suspension components corroded

  7. Fail67,999 miles (+17)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,999 miles
    Test number
    178708037391
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll suspension components corroded

  8. Pass67,982 miles2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    67,982 miles
    Test number
    560523932924
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced various places (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced various places (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  9. Fail67,982 miles (+44)1 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,982 miles
    Test number
    190663602063
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced various places (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced various places (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  10. Pass67,938 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    67,938 miles
    Test number
    101144711257
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective blade split (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  11. Fail67,938 miles (+97)2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,938 miles
    Test number
    604128428210
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak back box (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective blade split (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  12. Pass67,841 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    67,841 miles
    Test number
    174356552628
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  13. Fail67,841 miles (+236)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,841 miles
    Test number
    460396224383
    • FailureCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.3.A.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass67,605 miles (+944)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    67,605 miles
    Test number
    359909448973
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryCentre section of exhaust corroded

  15. Pass66,661 miles (+1,081)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    66,661 miles
    Test number
    617453385176
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteExhaust starting to corrode centre and rear

  16. Pass65,580 miles (+1,776)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    65,580 miles
    Test number
    517728784102
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass63,804 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    63,804 miles
    Test number
    438229893165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail63,804 miles (+1,496)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,804 miles
    Test number
    408179693115
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

  19. Pass62,308 miles (+1,992)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    62,308 miles
    Test number
    566248482120
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  20. Pass60,316 miles (+2,210)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    60,316 miles
    Test number
    709142681187
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  21. Fail58,106 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,106 miles
    Test number
    181529170152
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  22. Pass58,106 miles (+3,352)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    58,106 miles
    Test number
    394259970156

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass54,754 miles (+2,786)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    54,754 miles
    Test number
    872700889133
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

  24. Pass51,968 miles (+3,552)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    51,968 miles
    Test number
    320027908250
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteO/s/f steering rack arm ball joint has slight play

  25. Pass48,416 miles (+4,339)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    48,416 miles
    Test number
    764574107296
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOsr & nsr outer tyre wall starting to perish

  26. Pass44,077 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    44,077 miles
    Test number
    631225396195

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S678 VBA

Does S678 VBA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S678 VBA is valid until 13 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on S678 VBA?
The MOT on S678 VBA 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 S678 VBA done?
S678 VBA was recorded at 85,034 miles at its MOT on 14 Apr 2026, an average of 2,074 miles a year.
Has S678 VBA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S678 VBA has failed 6 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Feb 2021.
Has the mileage on S678 VBA 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 S678 VBA find?
S678 VBA passed its latest MOT on 14 Apr 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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