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Honda Civic

Blue · Petrol · 1998 · 1,595 cc

S86 HECMOT history

S86 HEC is a blue petrol Honda Civic first used on 1 Aug 1998. Its MOT is valid until 26 Apr 2027 and it has passed 14 of 24 MOT tests, with 72,444 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Apr 2026.

S86 HEC blue Honda Civic – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 26 Apr 2027
Mileage
72,444 mi
At MOT on 27 Apr 2026
MOT tests
24
14 passed · 10 failed
Per year
2,411 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S86 HEC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Honda
Model
Civic
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,595 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
1 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S86 HEC was last recorded at 72,444 miles on 27 Apr 2026, 2,830 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
69,614 miles · 18 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
2,830 miles
Average per year
2,411 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 72,444 miles
  • 2025 – 69,614 miles
  • 2024 – 66,566 miles
  • 2018 – 64,016 miles
  • 2016 – 60,120 miles
  • 2015 – 52,176 miles
  • 2014 – 46,894 miles
  • 2012 – 39,439 miles
  • 2011 – 33,210 miles
  • 2010 – 29,085 miles
  • 2009 – 26,906 miles
  • 2008 – 26,312 miles
  • 2007 – 25,613 miles
  • 2006 – 24,721 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass72,444 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.

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2014–2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2012

Full MOT history

24 tests since 10 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass72,444 miles (+2,830)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    72,444 miles
    Test number
    908431107557

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass69,614 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    69,614 miles
    Test number
    721345661957

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail69,586 miles (+3,020)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,586 miles
    Test number
    660346257119
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

  4. Pass66,566 miles (+2,550)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    66,566 miles
    Test number
    950378838157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass64,016 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    64,016 miles
    Test number
    197640549636

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail64,016 miles (+73)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,016 miles
    Test number
    702638379940
    • 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)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  7. Fail63,943 miles (+3,823)1 dangerous7 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,943 miles
    Test number
    556420348568
    • DangerousBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)
    • FailureExhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (7.1.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle 53% (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front headlamp mounting slightly deteriorated / not insecure
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryPassenger seat(s) missing at time of test
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy

  8. Pass60,120 miles (+7,944)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    60,120 miles
    Test number
    325973154559

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass52,176 miles (+5,282)1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    52,176 miles
    Test number
    295720595493
    • NotePassenger seat(s) missing at time of test

  10. Pass46,894 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    46,894 miles
    Test number
    485307204032
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  11. Fail46,891 miles (+7,452)7 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,891 miles
    Test number
    149047804036
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteCaterlyser missing

  12. Pass39,439 miles7 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    39,439 miles
    Test number
    529502162376
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • NoteO/sfront tyre thread cracking

  13. Fail39,432 miles (+6,222)1 failure7 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,432 miles
    Test number
    156092962369
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • NoteO/sfront tyre thread cracking

  14. Pass33,210 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    33,210 miles
    Test number
    166939351203
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Fail33,210 miles (+4,125)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,210 miles
    Test number
    178979551288
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Pass29,085 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    29,085 miles
    Test number
    111798310287

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail29,085 miles (+2,179)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,085 miles
    Test number
    542667910235
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

  18. Pass26,906 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    26,906 miles
    Test number
    260453189480
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteAll 4 tyres perishing/cracking.

  19. Fail26,906 miles (+594)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,906 miles
    Test number
    613553189140
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteAll 4 tyres perishing/cracking.

  20. Pass26,312 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    26,312 miles
    Test number
    701159798157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail26,312 miles (+699)1 failure1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,312 miles
    Test number
    794479898122
    • FailureOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NotePerformance of rear brakes not very good, would advise strip down.

  22. Pass25,613 miles (+892)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    25,613 miles
    Test number
    454497407237

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass24,721 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    24,721 miles
    Test number
    201368196497

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail24,721 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,721 miles
    Test number
    444631096106
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

Questions about S86 HEC

Does S86 HEC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S86 HEC is valid until 26 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on S86 HEC?
The MOT on S86 HEC is valid until 26 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S86 HEC done?
S86 HEC was recorded at 72,444 miles at its MOT on 27 Apr 2026, an average of 2,411 miles a year.
Has S86 HEC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S86 HEC has failed 10 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on S86 HEC 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 S86 HEC find?
S86 HEC passed its latest MOT on 27 Apr 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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