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Honda Civic

Blue · Petrol · 1998 · 1,396 cc

S779 ESGMOT history

S779 ESG is a blue petrol Honda Civic first used on 28 Aug 1998. Its MOT is valid until 29 Jul 2027 and it has passed 15 of 22 MOT tests, with 91,472 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Jul 2026.

S779 ESG blue Honda Civic – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 29 Jul 2027
Mileage
91,472 mi
At MOT on 14 Jul 2026
MOT tests
22
15 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,589 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S779 ESG
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
28 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S779 ESG was last recorded at 91,472 miles on 14 Jul 2026, 347 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
91,125 miles · 21 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
347 miles
Average per year
3,589 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 91,472 miles
  • 2025 – 91,125 miles
  • 2024 – 83,824 miles
  • 2023 – 76,233 miles
  • 2022 – 71,318 miles
  • 2021 – 59,812 miles
  • 2019 – 53,483 miles
  • 2018 – 45,274 miles
  • 2017 – 36,982 miles
  • 2016 – 31,163 miles
  • 2010 – 29,328 miles
  • 2009 – 26,290 miles
  • 2008 – 23,793 miles
  • 2007 – 21,214 miles
  • 2006 – 19,002 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass91,472 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • MinorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced covered with thick black underseal (6.1.1 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both sides (6.1.1 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both sides (5.3.2 (d))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides (5.3.6 (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.

  • Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

22 tests since 4 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass91,472 miles3 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    91,472 miles
    Test number
    495954296582
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced covered with thick black underseal (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both sides (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both sides (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Fail91,472 miles (+347)1 repaired3 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,472 miles
    Test number
    684207998634
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced covered with thick black underseal (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both sides (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both sides (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Pass91,125 miles (+7,301)1 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    91,125 miles
    Test number
    333960362258
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Track rod end ball joint has slight play both sides (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust noisy box (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder body corroded

  4. Pass83,824 miles (+7,591)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    83,824 miles
    Test number
    619245323478
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Pass76,233 miles (+4,915)2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    76,233 miles
    Test number
    573042025370
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) light intensity obviously reduced (4.3.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security both sides front & rear floor (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth sides sills skirt fitted
    • AdvisoryGeneral underbody corroded

  6. Pass71,318 miles (+11,506)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    71,318 miles
    Test number
    670616411453
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass59,812 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    59,812 miles
    Test number
    964754172793
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

  8. Fail59,812 miles (+6,329)3 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,812 miles
    Test number
    729699322746
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

  9. Pass53,483 miles (+1)13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    53,483 miles
    Test number
    485458626488
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam axle bush (5.1.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam axle bush (5.1.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside rear quarter panel damaged
    • AdvisoryWipers slightly smearing

  10. Fail53,482 miles (+8,208)3 major1 minor15 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,482 miles
    Test number
    208294322097
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam axle bush (5.1.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam axle bush (5.1.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside rear quarter panel damaged
    • AdvisoryWipers slightly smearing

  11. Pass45,274 miles (+186)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    45,274 miles
    Test number
    527657586713
    • AdvisoryBoth rear trailing arm bushes separating from bonding

  12. Fail45,088 miles (+8,106)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,088 miles
    Test number
    963258862182
    • MajorNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor *chalked* (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor *chalked* (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear trailing arm bushes separating from bonding

  13. Pass36,982 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    36,982 miles
    Test number
    450459964703
    • AdvisoryRear trailing arms inner bushes seperating from outer bonding

  14. Fail36,982 miles (+5,819)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,982 miles
    Test number
    972017310842
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear trailing arms inner bushes seperating from outer bonding

  15. Pass31,163 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    31,163 miles
    Test number
    413537683985

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail31,163 miles (+1,835)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,163 miles
    Test number
    363190474087
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  17. Pass29,328 miles (+3,038)1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2011
    Odometer
    29,328 miles
    Test number
    911087210131
    • Note1 front tyres worn on edges & near 1.6mm limit. 2 front number plate is damaged.

  18. Pass26,290 miles3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2010
    Odometer
    26,290 miles
    Test number
    110050629154
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteBoth front lower wishbones coroded
    • NoteFront number plate cracked but ok readable

  19. Fail26,290 miles (+2,497)1 failure3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,290 miles
    Test number
    654459419184
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteBoth front lower wishbones coroded
    • NoteFront number plate cracked but ok readable

  20. Pass23,793 miles (+2,579)
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2009
    Odometer
    23,793 miles
    Test number
    583112328164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass21,214 miles (+2,212)1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2008
    Odometer
    21,214 miles
    Test number
    234116617445
    • NoteO/s rear tyre cracking tread area not exposing cords

  22. Pass19,002 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2007
    Odometer
    19,002 miles
    Test number
    281994226481

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S779 ESG

Does S779 ESG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S779 ESG is valid until 29 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on S779 ESG?
The MOT on S779 ESG is valid until 29 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S779 ESG done?
S779 ESG was recorded at 91,472 miles at its MOT on 14 Jul 2026, an average of 3,589 miles a year.
Has S779 ESG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S779 ESG has failed 7 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on S779 ESG 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 S779 ESG find?
S779 ESG passed its latest MOT on 14 Jul 2026 with 3 minor defects and 10 advisories: nearside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; nearside front steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; offside front steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt, and 10 more.

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