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Honda Civic

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,590 cc

T231 MECMOT history

T231 MEC is a red petrol Honda Civic first used on 31 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 12 Jan 2027 and it has passed 20 of 26 MOT tests, with 86,402 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 12 Jan 2027
Mileage
86,402 mi
At MOT on 9 Jan 2026
MOT tests
26
20 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,567 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T231 MEC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Honda
Model
Civic
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,590 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T231 MEC was last recorded at 86,402 miles on 9 Jan 2026, 5,269 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
81,133 miles · 10 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
5,269 miles
Average per year
2,567 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 86,402 miles
  • 2025 – 81,133 miles
  • 2024 – 76,018 miles
  • 2023 – 72,839 miles
  • 2022 – 71,906 miles
  • 2020 – 71,356 miles
  • 2019 – 68,635 miles
  • 2018 – 67,136 miles
  • 2017 – 65,016 miles
  • 2016 – 63,276 miles
  • 2015 – 61,538 miles
  • 2014 – 60,029 miles
  • 2013 – 58,455 miles
  • 2012 – 56,717 miles
  • 2011 – 54,005 miles
  • 2010 – 51,797 miles
  • 2009 – 48,985 miles
  • 2008 – 46,632 miles
  • 2007 – 41,134 miles
  • 2006 – 35,703 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass86,402 miles
  • AdvisoryCorrosion to both front floor areas
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020

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 Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Wet test

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Atten n/s handbrake

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2022

  • Frt suspension rusty

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass86,402 miles (+5,269)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    86,402 miles
    Test number
    565898078989
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to both front floor areas
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Pass81,133 miles (+5,115)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    81,133 miles
    Test number
    670566252722
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 185/60/14 82H (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  3. Pass76,018 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    76,018 miles
    Test number
    713565544804
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  4. Fail76,016 miles (+3,177)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,016 miles
    Test number
    604548483686
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed multiple holes in the exhaust (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  5. Pass72,839 miles (+933)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    72,839 miles
    Test number
    522249250137
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake binding but not excessively both (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryWet test

  6. Pass71,906 miles (+550)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    71,906 miles
    Test number
    959138883697
    • AdvisoryAtten n/s handbrake
    • AdvisoryFrt suspension rusty
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust corroded

  7. Pass71,356 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    71,356 miles
    Test number
    144557945295
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryFrt discs rusty
    • AdvisoryFrt suspension rusty
    • AdvisoryRear discs corroding
    • AdvisoryRear trailing arm bushes perishing

  8. Fail71,352 miles (+2,717)2 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,352 miles
    Test number
    894899471757
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryFrt discs rusty
    • AdvisoryFrt suspension rusty
    • AdvisoryRear discs corroding
    • AdvisoryRear trailing arm bushes perishing
    • AdvisorySlight drag both frt & o/s/r brake

  9. Pass68,635 miles (+1,499)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    68,635 miles
    Test number
    579422390249
    • AdvisoryBoth rear lower arm bushes perishing.
    • AdvisoryFront suspension components corroding.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust flange corroding.

  10. Pass67,136 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    67,136 miles
    Test number
    583440904838
    • AdvisoryBoth rear suspension arm bushes perishing
    • AdvisoryWet test

  11. Fail67,135 miles (+2,119)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,135 miles
    Test number
    335184335478
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryBoth frt floor pans corroded
    • AdvisoryBoth rear suspension arm bushes perishing
    • AdvisoryWet test

  12. Pass65,016 miles (+1,740)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    65,016 miles
    Test number
    773782550921
    • AdvisoryAtten n/s handbrake
    • AdvisoryBoth frt floor pans corroded

  13. Pass63,276 miles (+1,738)
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    63,276 miles
    Test number
    895734720119

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass61,538 miles (+1,509)1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    61,538 miles
    Test number
    988012195009
    • NoteBoth front outer cv gaitors starting to crack

  15. Pass60,029 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    60,029 miles
    Test number
    558297994042
    • NoteOffside front driveshaft very rusty

  16. Fail60,027 miles (+1,572)3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,027 miles
    Test number
    559127894051
    • FailureNearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteOffside front driveshaft very rusty

  17. Pass58,455 miles (+1,738)
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    58,455 miles
    Test number
    879054793033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass56,717 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    56,717 miles
    Test number
    596294802111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail56,717 miles (+2,712)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,717 miles
    Test number
    229203902496
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteREAR DISCS CORRODING

  20. Pass54,005 miles (+2,208)
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    54,005 miles
    Test number
    509041201141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass51,797 miles (+2,812)1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    51,797 miles
    Test number
    704286090059
    • NoteO/s/r tyre perishing atten handbrake

  22. Pass48,985 miles (+2,353)1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    48,985 miles
    Test number
    200446899073
    • NoteOffside rear tyre starting to perish

  23. Pass46,632 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    46,632 miles
    Test number
    684144898004

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail46,631 miles (+5,497)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,631 miles
    Test number
    914523298090
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteExhaust badly corroded

  25. Pass41,134 miles (+5,431)1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    41,134 miles
    Test number
    443012107125
    • NoteAll tyres perishing frts 3mm and worn inner edges

  26. Pass35,703 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    35,703 miles
    Test number
    233120806409

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T231 MEC

Does T231 MEC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T231 MEC is valid until 12 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on T231 MEC?
The MOT on T231 MEC is valid until 12 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T231 MEC done?
T231 MEC was recorded at 86,402 miles at its MOT on 9 Jan 2026, an average of 2,567 miles a year.
Has T231 MEC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T231 MEC has failed 6 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Jan 2024.
Has the mileage on T231 MEC 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 T231 MEC find?
T231 MEC passed its latest MOT on 9 Jan 2026 with 7 advisories: corrosion to both front floor areas; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside front service brake binding but not excessively, and 4 more.

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