Honda Civic
Black · Petrol · 1999 · 1,590 cc
T165 MLFMOT history
T165 MLF is a black petrol Honda Civic first used on 1 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 8 Jul 2027 and it has passed 18 of 23 MOT tests, with 72,702 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Jul 2026.
- MOT
- Valid
- Until 8 Jul 2027
- Mileage
- 72,702 mi
- At MOT on 9 Jul 2026
- MOT tests
- 23
- 18 passed · 5 failed
- Per year
- 2,185 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- T165 MLF
- Registration format
- Prefix (1983 to 2001)
- Make
- Honda
- Model
- Civic
- Colour
- Black
- Fuel type
- Petrol
- Engine size
- 1,590 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 1999
- First used
- 1 Mar 1999
- MOT status
- MOT valid until 8 Jul 2027
- Latest MOT test
- 9 Jul 2026 (Pass)
Mileage history
T165 MLF was last recorded at 72,702 miles on 9 Jul 2026, 7,062 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Feb 2025.
Mileage went down between tests
- 10 Aug 2016: 51,492 miles, lower than 94,419 miles on 4 Aug 2015.
A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.
- Previous MOT
- 65,640 miles · 25 Feb 2025
- Between the last two tests
- 7,062 miles
- Average per year
- 2,185 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2026 – 72,702 miles
- 2025 – 65,640 miles
- 2024 – 59,194 miles
- 2023 – 55,009 miles
- 2022 – 52,214 miles
- 2018 – 52,148 miles
- 2017 – 51,834 miles
- 2016 – 51,492 miles
- 2015 – 94,419 miles
- 2014 – 49,415 miles
- 2013 – 47,012 miles
- 2012 – 43,854 miles
- 2011 – 40,234 miles
- 2010 – 37,184 miles
- 2009 – 35,461 miles
- 2008 – 33,749 miles
- 2007 – 31,347 miles
- 2006 – 28,475 miles
What the latest MOT found
Pass72,702 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive sump (8.4.1 (a) (i))
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 Obligatory mirror slightly damaged
Minor3 MOTs, 2018–2022
Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil
Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2016
Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil
Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2016
Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened
Advisory2 MOTs, 2022
Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened
Advisory2 MOTs, 2022
Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil
Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2016
Full MOT history
23 tests since 11 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass72,702 miles3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 8 Jul 2027
- Odometer
- 72,702 miles
- Test number
- 639215752426
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive sump (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Fail72,699 miles (+7,059)3 major3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 72,699 miles
- Test number
- 349669266605
- MajorNearside Rear Passenger's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.6 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Bumper insecure (6.1.4 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive sump (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Pass65,640 miles (+6,446)
- MOT expiry
- 9 Mar 2026
- Odometer
- 65,640 miles
- Test number
- 474477829907
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass59,194 miles (+4,185)
- MOT expiry
- 9 Mar 2025
- Odometer
- 59,194 miles
- Test number
- 833004863870
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass55,009 miles (+3)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 9 Mar 2024
- Odometer
- 55,009 miles
- Test number
- 846523244743
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Fail55,006 miles (+2,792)1 major1 minor1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 55,006 miles
- Test number
- 646960111459
- MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
- MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Pass52,214 miles (+3)1 minor2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 13 Feb 2023
- Odometer
- 52,214 miles
- Test number
- 869222889202
- MinorNearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Fail52,211 miles (+63)2 major1 minor2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 52,211 miles
- Test number
- 196433916886
- MajorBrake servo defective or ineffective (1.1.10 (a) (i))
- MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
- MinorNearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Pass52,148 miles (+314)1 minor3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 9 Aug 2019
- Odometer
- 52,148 miles
- Test number
- 871406754282
- MinorNearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both side front shocker damp with oil (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases slight leaks (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both side rear shocker damp with oil (5.3.2 (b))
Pass51,834 miles (+342)6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 9 Aug 2018
- Odometer
- 51,834 miles
- Test number
- 782121220346
- AdvisoryFront Oil leak engine
- AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil slight leaks (2.7.3)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil slight leaks (2.7.3)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil slight leaks (2.7.3)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil slight leaks (2.7.3)
- AdvisoryRear Exhaust noisy corroded slightly and leaking (7.1.4)
Pass51,492 miles (-42,927)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 9 Aug 2017
- Odometer
- 51,492 miles
- Test number
- 807961025660
- AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
Pass94,419 miles2 advisories2 notes
- MOT expiry
- 4 Aug 2016
- Odometer
- 94,419 miles
- Test number
- 795116115264
- AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
- NoteOil leak
- NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
Fail50,954 miles (+1,539)1 dangerous1 advisory2 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 50,954 miles
- Test number
- 996866315241
- DangerousOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
- AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- NoteOil leak
- NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
Pass49,415 miles (+2,403)8 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 4 Aug 2015
- Odometer
- 49,415 miles
- Test number
- 949877714266
- AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
- AdvisoryFront Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
- AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
Pass47,012 miles (+3,158)10 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 27 May 2014
- Odometer
- 47,012 miles
- Test number
- 145998543125
- AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
Pass43,854 miles (+3,620)2 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- 26 May 2013
- Odometer
- 43,854 miles
- Test number
- 375252532156
- AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
- NoteNearside and offside front tyre wearing low on edge
Pass40,234 miles
- MOT expiry
- 26 May 2012
- Odometer
- 40,234 miles
- Test number
- 245739231112
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail40,234 miles (+3,050)1 repaired
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 40,234 miles
- Test number
- 599599531117
- Repaired at testBonnet retaining device insecure (8.4.2)
Pass37,184 miles (+1,723)
- MOT expiry
- 26 May 2011
- Odometer
- 37,184 miles
- Test number
- 233667240494
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass35,461 miles (+1,712)
- MOT expiry
- 26 May 2010
- Odometer
- 35,461 miles
- Test number
- 213147349451
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass33,749 miles (+2,402)
- MOT expiry
- 12 May 2009
- Odometer
- 33,749 miles
- Test number
- 424214338159
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass31,347 miles (+2,872)
- MOT expiry
- 1 May 2008
- Odometer
- 31,347 miles
- Test number
- 510682427162
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass28,475 miles
- MOT expiry
- 10 Apr 2007
- Odometer
- 28,475 miles
- Test number
- 224221006137
No defects or advisories recorded.
Questions about T165 MLF
- Does T165 MLF currently have a valid MOT?
- Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T165 MLF is valid until 8 Jul 2027.
- When is the MOT due on T165 MLF?
- The MOT on T165 MLF is valid until 8 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
- What mileage has T165 MLF done?
- T165 MLF was recorded at 72,702 miles at its MOT on 9 Jul 2026, an average of 2,185 miles a year.
- Has T165 MLF ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. T165 MLF has failed 5 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Jul 2026.
- Has the mileage on T165 MLF ever gone down?
- Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 10 Aug 2016. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
- What did the latest MOT on T165 MLF find?
- T165 MLF passed its latest MOT on 9 Jul 2026 with 3 advisories: offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil; oil leak, but not excessive sump.
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