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Honda Civic

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,493 cc

T257 SOUMOT history

T257 SOU is a red petrol Honda Civic first used on 18 Nov 1999. Its MOT expired on 14 Nov 2021 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 95,393 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Jan 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 14 Nov 2021
Mileage
95,393 mi
At MOT on 19 Jan 2022
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,743 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T257 SOU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Honda
Model
Civic
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,493 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
18 Nov 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 14 Nov 2021
Latest MOT test
19 Jan 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

T257 SOU was last recorded at 95,393 miles on 19 Jan 2022, 10,285 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Nov 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
85,108 miles · 10 Nov 2020
Between the last two tests
10,285 miles
Average per year
3,743 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 95,393 miles
  • 2020 – 85,108 miles
  • 2019 – 82,278 miles
  • 2018 – 79,310 miles
  • 2017 – 76,267 miles
  • 2016 – 72,571 miles
  • 2015 – 70,275 miles
  • 2014 – 66,900 miles
  • 2013 – 62,241 miles
  • 2012 – 59,862 miles
  • 2011 – 55,586 miles
  • 2010 – 53,042 miles
  • 2009 – 49,256 miles
  • 2008 – 45,906 miles
  • 2007 – 42,351 miles
  • 2006 – 38,803 miles
  • 2005 – 34,788 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail95,393 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
  • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and perished (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and perished (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryGeneral under body corrosion

What MOT failures 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.

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2005–2015

  • Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear tyres are perished and cracked

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

23 tests since 10 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail95,393 miles (+10,285)8 major1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,393 miles
    Test number
    867130938661
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and perished (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and perished (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryGeneral under body corrosion

  2. Pass85,108 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    85,108 miles
    Test number
    707492195828

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail85,108 miles (+2,830)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,108 miles
    Test number
    275561022093
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass82,278 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    82,278 miles
    Test number
    857246997441
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear tyres are perished and cracked (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Fail82,278 miles (+2,968)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,278 miles
    Test number
    694758860142
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front bush on arm is split away (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front bush on arm is split away (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear tyres are perished and cracked (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass79,310 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    79,310 miles
    Test number
    701007864931

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail79,310 miles (+3,043)1 major1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,310 miles
    Test number
    852507793231
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  8. Pass76,267 miles (+3,696)
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    76,267 miles
    Test number
    774799573031

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass72,571 miles (+2,296)
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    72,571 miles
    Test number
    430254947420

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass70,275 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    70,275 miles
    Test number
    744653485530
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  11. Fail70,275 miles (+3,375)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,275 miles
    Test number
    378142111747
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass66,900 miles (+4,659)
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    66,900 miles
    Test number
    309816294495

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass62,241 miles (+2,379)
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    62,241 miles
    Test number
    178552103338

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass59,862 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    59,862 miles
    Test number
    389161612395

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail59,862 miles (+4,276)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,862 miles
    Test number
    178817402316
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

  16. Pass55,586 miles (+2,544)
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    55,586 miles
    Test number
    247749791204

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass53,042 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    53,042 miles
    Test number
    430588780230
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  18. Fail53,042 miles (+3,786)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,042 miles
    Test number
    142548580267
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  19. Pass49,256 miles (+3,350)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    49,256 miles
    Test number
    234684299227
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass45,906 miles (+3,555)
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    45,906 miles
    Test number
    462024998200

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass42,351 miles (+3,548)1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    42,351 miles
    Test number
    124628287286
    • NoteBoth rear tyre side walls

  22. Pass38,803 miles (+4,015)
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    38,803 miles
    Test number
    371611296420

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass34,788 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    34,788 miles
    Test number
    201194715398
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about T257 SOU

Does T257 SOU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T257 SOU expired on 14 Nov 2021, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T257 SOU?
The MOT on T257 SOU expired on 14 Nov 2021. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T257 SOU done?
T257 SOU was recorded at 95,393 miles at its MOT on 19 Jan 2022, an average of 3,743 miles a year.
Has T257 SOU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T257 SOU has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Jan 2022.
Has the mileage on T257 SOU 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 T257 SOU find?
T257 SOU failed its latest MOT on 19 Jan 2022 with 8 major defects, 1 minor defect and 10 advisories: nearside front track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt; nearside front upper suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt; nearside headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced, and 16 more.

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