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Honda Civic

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,590 cc

T278 MCHMOT history

T278 MCH is a blue petrol Honda Civic first used on 2 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 17 Nov 2024 and it has passed 18 of 28 MOT tests, with 178,945 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Nov 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 17 Nov 2024
Mileage
178,945 mi
At MOT on 18 Nov 2023
MOT tests
28
18 passed · 10 failed
Per year
6,382 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T278 MCH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Honda
Model
Civic
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,590 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
2 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 17 Nov 2024
Latest MOT test
18 Nov 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T278 MCH was last recorded at 178,945 miles on 18 Nov 2023, 7,754 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Nov 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
171,191 miles · 11 Nov 2022
Between the last two tests
7,754 miles
Average per year
6,382 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 178,945 miles
  • 2022 – 171,191 miles
  • 2021 – 159,300 miles
  • 2020 – 148,200 miles
  • 2019 – 147,230 miles
  • 2018 – 142,144 miles
  • 2017 – 140,176 miles
  • 2016 – 137,158 miles
  • 2015 – 131,103 miles
  • 2014 – 125,656 miles
  • 2013 – 119,963 miles
  • 2012 – 114,705 miles
  • 2011 – 107,568 miles
  • 2010 – 99,403 miles
  • 2009 – 92,414 miles
  • 2008 – 83,177 miles
  • 2007 – 74,129 miles
  • 2006 – 66,451 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass178,945 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all 4 worn on inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor3 MOTs, 2019–2021

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2008

  • Nearside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

28 tests since 3 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass178,945 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    178,945 miles
    Test number
    808632234794
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all 4 worn on inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail178,945 miles (+7,754)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,945 miles
    Test number
    577017611524
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all 4 worn on inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass171,191 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    171,191 miles
    Test number
    915568505572
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear body damage

  4. Fail171,191 miles (+11,891)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,191 miles
    Test number
    840287133925
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear body damage

  5. Pass159,300 miles (+48)3 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    159,300 miles
    Test number
    568699448386
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip in windscreen (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bush worn/perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail159,252 miles (+11,052)8 major4 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,252 miles
    Test number
    688556822095
    • MajorEmissions not tested No catalyst fitted. (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip in windscreen (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bush worn/perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass148,200 miles (+970)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    148,200 miles
    Test number
    916339730359
    • AdvisoryRear lamps are tinted but does not effect emitted light
    • AdvisoryVisible corrosion underneath

  8. Pass147,230 miles (+5,086)2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    147,230 miles
    Test number
    174521594172
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front head light lens misting
    • AdvisoryOffside Front head light lens misting
    • AdvisoryExhaust pipe hanging low
    • AdvisoryFuel tank filler pipe corroded
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted
    • AdvisorySlight blow from exhaust clamp

  9. Pass142,144 miles (+25)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    142,144 miles
    Test number
    476387262131
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Slight corrosion to all coil springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryService brake fluctuating, but not excessively Both front (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted not allowing full inspection of outer sills

  10. Fail142,119 miles (+1,943)1 dangerous3 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,119 miles
    Test number
    647253936348
    • DangerousNearside Front Passenger's seat insecure Bolt loose (6.2.6 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecurely attached Link rod broken (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Slight corrosion to all coil springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryService brake fluctuating, but not excessively Both front (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted not allowing full inspection of outer sills

  11. Pass140,176 miles (+3)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    140,176 miles
    Test number
    189677459514
    • AdvisoryBonnet release handle missing
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak to engine
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted, not allowing full inspection of sills

  12. Fail140,173 miles (+3,015)1 failure7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,173 miles
    Test number
    470676725701
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryBonnet release handle missing
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak to engine
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted, not allowing full inspection of sills

  13. Pass137,158 miles (+6,055)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    137,158 miles
    Test number
    919869023328

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass131,103 miles (+5,447)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    131,103 miles
    Test number
    518619491259
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass125,656 miles (+5,693)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    125,656 miles
    Test number
    197955544209

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass119,963 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    119,963 miles
    Test number
    347842623263

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail119,963 miles (+5,258)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,963 miles
    Test number
    948771223269
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass114,705 miles (+7,137)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    114,705 miles
    Test number
    337919202422
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass107,568 miles (+8,165)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    107,568 miles
    Test number
    626159201204
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  20. Pass99,403 miles (+91)3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    99,403 miles
    Test number
    951111200282
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryRadius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBoth front tyres are worn bald on inner edges and close to legal limit
    • NoteExhaust has been repaired by welding but not blowing at time of test
    • NoteFront discs slightly worn

  21. Fail99,312 miles (+6,898)5 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,312 miles
    Test number
    274517390439
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryRadius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBoth front tyres are worn bald on inner edges and close to legal limit
    • NoteFront discs slightly worn

  22. Fail92,414 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,414 miles
    Test number
    793595759119
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  23. Pass92,414 miles (+9,237)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    92,414 miles
    Test number
    913655059199
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  24. Pass83,177 miles (+204)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    83,177 miles
    Test number
    650458368115
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  25. Fail82,973 miles (+8,844)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,973 miles
    Test number
    731687158183
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  26. Pass74,129 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2008
    Odometer
    74,129 miles
    Test number
    124104437141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail74,129 miles (+7,678)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,129 miles
    Test number
    421824037104
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  28. Pass66,451 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    66,451 miles
    Test number
    850733096076

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T278 MCH

Does T278 MCH currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T278 MCH expired on 17 Nov 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T278 MCH?
The MOT on T278 MCH expired on 17 Nov 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T278 MCH done?
T278 MCH was recorded at 178,945 miles at its MOT on 18 Nov 2023, an average of 6,382 miles a year.
Has T278 MCH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T278 MCH has failed 10 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Nov 2023.
Has the mileage on T278 MCH 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 T278 MCH find?
T278 MCH passed its latest MOT on 18 Nov 2023 with 2 advisories: offside front track rod end ball joint has slight play; tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all 4 worn on inner edge..

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