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Honda Civic

Blue · Petrol · 1998 · 1,493 cc

S761 VBAMOT history

S761 VBA is a blue petrol Honda Civic first used on 19 Oct 1998. Its MOT expired on 26 Jan 2023 and it has passed 14 of 24 MOT tests, with 120,726 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Jan 2023.

S761 VBA blue Honda Civic – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 26 Jan 2023
Mileage
120,726 mi
At MOT on 25 Jan 2023
MOT tests
24
14 passed · 10 failed
Per year
2,533 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S761 VBA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Honda
Model
Civic
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,493 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
19 Oct 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 26 Jan 2023
Latest MOT test
25 Jan 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

S761 VBA was last recorded at 120,726 miles on 25 Jan 2023, 691 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Jan 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
120,035 miles · 14 Jan 2022
Between the last two tests
691 miles
Average per year
2,533 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 120,726 miles
  • 2022 – 120,035 miles
  • 2021 – 119,386 miles
  • 2020 – 118,884 miles
  • 2019 – 116,913 miles
  • 2018 – 115,234 miles
  • 2017 – 113,834 miles
  • 2016 – 111,036 miles
  • 2015 – 108,040 miles
  • 2012 – 107,658 miles
  • 2011 – 107,640 miles
  • 2010 – 101,099 miles
  • 2009 – 93,734 miles
  • 2008 – 86,551 miles
  • 2007 – 80,087 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail120,726 miles
  • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
  • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases pipe (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
  • MajorNearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced wheel arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • MajorOffside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced door shut/wheel arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced wheel arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing and debonding (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))
  • AdvisorySide sill covers fitted
  • AdvisoryUnder body corroding

What MOT failures 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 Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor4 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor4 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm.

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm.

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2015

Full MOT history

24 tests since 8 Jan 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail120,726 miles (+691)10 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,726 miles
    Test number
    151116856589
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorNearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced wheel arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced door shut/wheel arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced wheel arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing and debonding (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisorySide sill covers fitted
    • AdvisoryUnder body corroding

  2. Pass120,035 miles2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    120,035 miles
    Test number
    636828422010
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Fail120,035 miles (+649)1 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,035 miles
    Test number
    143778307031
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass119,386 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    119,386 miles
    Test number
    672532959905
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Fail119,386 miles (+502)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,386 miles
    Test number
    922271985058
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass118,884 miles (+1,971)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    118,884 miles
    Test number
    789762634738
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  7. Pass116,913 miles (+1,679)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    116,913 miles
    Test number
    591961627101
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass115,234 miles (+1,400)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    115,234 miles
    Test number
    984093315295
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake binding slightly
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively both (3.7.B.3)

  9. Pass113,834 miles (+2,798)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    113,834 miles
    Test number
    728254101600
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake binding slightly.
    • 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)

  10. Pass111,036 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    111,036 miles
    Test number
    933430022088

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail111,036 miles (+2,996)5 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,036 miles
    Test number
    415737428162
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  12. Pass108,040 miles (+16)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    108,040 miles
    Test number
    176409715082
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisorySupplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

  13. Fail108,024 miles (+366)5 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,024 miles
    Test number
    548913615091
    • FailureBrake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

  14. Pass107,658 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2013
    Odometer
    107,658 miles
    Test number
    997223752187
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteSRS light on
    • NoteTyre size = 185/60R14

  15. Fail107,658 miles (+18)2 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,658 miles
    Test number
    989563952196
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteSRS light on
    • NoteTyre size = 185/60R14

  16. Fail107,640 miles2 repaired11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,640 miles
    Test number
    318981211008
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  17. Pass107,640 miles (+6,541)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    107,640 miles
    Test number
    786891711006
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  18. Pass101,099 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    101,099 miles
    Test number
    594861610093

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail101,099 miles (+7,365)5 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,099 miles
    Test number
    342851610015
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Side repeater insecure (1.4.A.2b)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteBoth front tyres on 3mm and nearside rear on 2mm

  20. Pass93,734 miles (+7,183)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    93,734 miles
    Test number
    130583319030
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass86,551 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    86,551 miles
    Test number
    643955418054

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail86,551 miles (+6,464)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,551 miles
    Test number
    921625118027
    • FailureFront constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  23. Pass80,087 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    80,087 miles
    Test number
    740768907093
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

  24. Fail80,087 miles2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,087 miles
    Test number
    762948907073
    • Repaired at testNearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Questions about S761 VBA

Does S761 VBA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S761 VBA expired on 26 Jan 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S761 VBA?
The MOT on S761 VBA expired on 26 Jan 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S761 VBA done?
S761 VBA was recorded at 120,726 miles at its MOT on 25 Jan 2023, an average of 2,533 miles a year.
Has S761 VBA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S761 VBA has failed 10 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Jan 2023.
Has the mileage on S761 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 S761 VBA find?
S761 VBA failed its latest MOT on 25 Jan 2023 with 10 major defects and 7 advisories: exhaust lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits; front exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases pipe; nearside headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect, and 14 more.

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