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Honda Civic

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 1,493 cc

T253 VYAMOT history

T253 VYA is a green petrol Honda Civic first used on 22 Jun 1999. Its MOT is valid until 23 Dec 2026 and it has passed 20 of 26 MOT tests, with 158,465 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 23 Dec 2026
Mileage
158,465 mi
At MOT on 24 Dec 2025
MOT tests
26
20 passed · 6 failed
Per year
6,073 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T253 VYA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Honda
Model
Civic
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,493 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
22 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
24 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T253 VYA was last recorded at 158,465 miles on 24 Dec 2025, 946 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
157,519 miles · 10 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
946 miles
Average per year
6,073 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 158,465 miles
  • 2024 – 157,519 miles
  • 2023 – 153,881 miles
  • 2022 – 151,374 miles
  • 2021 – 146,000 miles
  • 2020 – 139,560 miles
  • 2019 – 131,716 miles
  • 2018 – 125,715 miles
  • 2017 – 122,053 miles
  • 2016 – 116,804 miles
  • 2015 – 110,953 miles
  • 2014 – 102,342 miles
  • 2013 – 94,959 miles
  • 2012 – 84,952 miles
  • 2011 – 76,715 miles
  • 2010 – 66,557 miles
  • 2009 – 54,149 miles
  • 2008 – 44,710 miles
  • 2006 – 38,110 miles
  • 2005 – 35,811 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass158,465 miles
  • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2019
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2019

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.

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Offside Front Lower Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Front Seat belt slightly damaged

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rear brake pipes.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Headlamp lens slightly defective BOTH

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

26 tests since 13 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass158,465 miles (+946)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    158,465 miles
    Test number
    460074604807
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  2. Pass157,519 miles3 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    157,519 miles
    Test number
    139048608135
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective BOTH (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rear brake pipes. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Main swing arm bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Main swing arm bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Fail157,519 miles (+3,638)2 major3 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,519 miles
    Test number
    237571699287
    • MajorHeadlamp aim too low BOTH (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively BOTH (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective BOTH (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rear brake pipes. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Main swing arm bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Main swing arm bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass153,881 miles (+2,507)2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    153,881 miles
    Test number
    783166185447
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront cross member is corroded.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat frame has slight play.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel arch is corroded.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

  5. Pass151,374 miles (+5,374)1 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    151,374 miles
    Test number
    573723868184
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Coolant leak Rad area
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases & heavily corroded at joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced cross member & chassis areas (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat base/frame slight play
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner & outer (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner & outer (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  6. Pass146,000 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    146,000 miles
    Test number
    342446136476
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front play in seat frame
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Fail146,000 miles (+6,440)3 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,000 miles
    Test number
    962720397162
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front play in seat frame
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass139,560 miles (+7,844)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    139,560 miles
    Test number
    675668496506
    • MinorOffside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryHead lights discolored.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Slight play in seat frame.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass131,716 miles (+6,001)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    131,716 miles
    Test number
    569625450837
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front and rear outer brake pipes corroded. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryHead lights discolored.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Front tyres worn on inner edges. (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass125,715 miles (+3,662)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2019
    Odometer
    125,715 miles
    Test number
    707385284549
    • AdvisoryCoolant header tank empty
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryBoth front brakes binding slightly
    • AdvisoryOil below minimum level

  11. Pass122,053 miles (+6)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    122,053 miles
    Test number
    231231461944
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  12. Fail122,047 miles (+5,243)6 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,047 miles
    Test number
    286208799238
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  13. Pass116,804 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    116,804 miles
    Test number
    375686652099
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  14. Fail116,798 miles (+5,845)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,798 miles
    Test number
    158394133209
    • FailureNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Outer sill/wheel arch (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Outer sill/wheel arch (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  15. Pass110,953 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    110,953 miles
    Test number
    215713615447

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail110,953 miles (+8,611)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,953 miles
    Test number
    278253415182
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  17. Pass102,342 miles (+7,383)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    102,342 miles
    Test number
    939537104126
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Upper Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Rear Lower Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear Upper Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Rear Lower Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Pass94,959 miles (+10,007)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    94,959 miles
    Test number
    476202613180
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteN/s front seat base slightly loose on runners
    • NoteSlight condensation in n/s headlamp,beam image unaffected

  19. Pass84,952 miles (+8,237)1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    84,952 miles
    Test number
    718762662014
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre

  20. Pass76,715 miles (+10,158)
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    76,715 miles
    Test number
    716427551039

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass66,557 miles (+12,408)
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    66,557 miles
    Test number
    184834660020

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass54,149 miles (+9,439)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    54,149 miles
    Test number
    901368459090

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass44,710 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    44,710 miles
    Test number
    650585118009
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  24. Fail44,710 miles (+6,600)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,710 miles
    Test number
    473384318087
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  25. Pass38,110 miles (+2,299)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    38,110 miles
    Test number
    854604536360

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass35,811 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    35,811 miles
    Test number
    753916885253

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T253 VYA

Does T253 VYA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T253 VYA is valid until 23 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on T253 VYA?
The MOT on T253 VYA is valid until 23 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T253 VYA done?
T253 VYA was recorded at 158,465 miles at its MOT on 24 Dec 2025, an average of 6,073 miles a year.
Has T253 VYA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T253 VYA has failed 6 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Dec 2024.
Has the mileage on T253 VYA 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 T253 VYA find?
T253 VYA passed its latest MOT on 24 Dec 2025 with 2 minor defects and 2 advisories: nearside obligatory mirror slightly damaged; nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; front exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases, and 1 more.

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