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Honda Civic

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 1,493 cc

T491 BFJMOT history

T491 BFJ is a green petrol Honda Civic first used on 30 Jul 1999. Its MOT expired on 2 Sept 2026 and it has passed 19 of 28 MOT tests, with 120,886 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Sept 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 2 Sept 2026
Mileage
120,886 mi
At MOT on 3 Sept 2025
MOT tests
28
19 passed · 9 failed
Per year
Not enough data
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Vehicle details

Registration
T491 BFJ
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
30 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
3 Sept 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T491 BFJ was last recorded at 120,886 miles on 3 Sept 2025, 53 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
120,833 miles · 21 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
53 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 120,886 miles
  • 2024 – 116,265 miles
  • 2022 – 112,781 miles
  • 2021 – 110,133 miles
  • 2020 – 108,363 miles
  • 2019 – 106,978 miles
  • 2018 – 104,308 miles
  • 2017 – 101,503 miles
  • 2016 – 97,447 miles
  • 2015 – 94,680 miles
  • 2014 – 90,867 miles
  • 2013 – 85,917 miles
  • 2012 – 83,094 miles
  • 2011 – 80,425 miles
  • 2010 – 77,632 miles
  • 2009 – 71,815 miles
  • 2008 – 66,303 miles
  • 2007 – 60,164 miles
  • 2006 – 52,076 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass120,886 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on the limit (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside rear wheel arch corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Spare tyre defective

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

  • Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and front suspension arms

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

28 tests since 5 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass120,886 miles (+53)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    120,886 miles
    Test number
    320185945201
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on the limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside rear wheel arch corroded

  2. Fail120,833 miles (+4,568)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,833 miles
    Test number
    859532731151
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on the limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside rear wheel arch corroded

  3. Pass116,265 miles (+3,484)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    116,265 miles
    Test number
    156860088338
    • MinorOffside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively n/s and o/s (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass112,781 miles (+21)
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    112,781 miles
    Test number
    961255027935

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail112,760 miles (+2,627)2 dangerous4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,760 miles
    Test number
    393501265671
    • DangerousOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure and impairing directional stability (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired A POST (6.2.2 (d) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  6. Pass110,133 miles (+52)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    110,133 miles
    Test number
    729972994370
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  7. Fail110,081 miles (+1,718)1 dangerous1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,081 miles
    Test number
    120624800076
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  8. Pass108,363 miles (+29)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    108,363 miles
    Test number
    970873244930
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and front suspension arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge heavily worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySpare tyre defective

  9. Fail108,334 miles (+1,356)6 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,334 miles
    Test number
    686679117801
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle 34% (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt outer (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and front suspension arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge heavily worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySpare tyre defective

  10. Pass106,978 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    106,978 miles
    Test number
    686775746231

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail106,978 miles (+2,670)2 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,978 miles
    Test number
    511259358788
    • DangerousFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Floor excessively deteriorated (6.2.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

  12. Pass104,308 miles10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    104,308 miles
    Test number
    841437650415
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides - jacking points (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront both seatbelts slow to retract
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both = plastic lenses - now polished and improved (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material several pipes have been painted and are enclosed in conduit - both hindering inspection (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge VERY CLOSE = 1.7mm in centre (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) worst
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides - large bushes in centre of trailing arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySpare tyre defective
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  13. Fail104,308 miles (+2,805)1 dangerous2 major2 repaired10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,308 miles
    Test number
    984821609368
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded Failed during brake test and now leaking (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides - jacking points (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront both seatbelts slow to retract
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both = plastic lenses - now polished and improved (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material several pipes have been painted and are enclosed in conduit - both hindering inspection (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge VERY CLOSE = 1.7mm in centre (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) worst
    • AdvisoryNearside wiper blade was insecure - upside down
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides - large bushes in centre of trailing arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySpare tyre defective flat
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  14. Pass101,503 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    101,503 miles
    Test number
    841075670811

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail101,503 miles (+4,056)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,503 miles
    Test number
    995752262782
    • FailureOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  16. Pass97,447 miles (+2,767)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    97,447 miles
    Test number
    877881423501
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass94,680 miles (+3,813)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    94,680 miles
    Test number
    288586361076
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Pass90,867 miles (+4,950)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    90,867 miles
    Test number
    137411444245

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass85,917 miles (+2,823)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    85,917 miles
    Test number
    275347143264

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass83,094 miles (+2,669)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    83,094 miles
    Test number
    136933142244

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass80,425 miles (+2,793)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    80,425 miles
    Test number
    489302341260
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  22. Pass77,632 miles (+563)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    77,632 miles
    Test number
    790536440226
    • NoteBoth rear trailing arm bushes worn
    • NoteRear number plate poor in condition

  23. Fail77,069 miles (+5,254)3 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,069 miles
    Test number
    340069830487
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureExhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteAdvise rear number plate
    • NoteBoth rear trailing arm bushes worn

  24. Pass71,815 miles (+5,512)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    71,815 miles
    Test number
    231356439251
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass66,303 miles (+6,139)1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    66,303 miles
    Test number
    810215948279
    • NoteBoth n/s and o/s rear tyres perrished

  26. Pass60,164 miles (+8,088)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    60,164 miles
    Test number
    904297147205
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  27. Pass52,076 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    52,076 miles
    Test number
    313728946425

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail520,763 miles1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    520,763 miles
    Test number
    671358046297
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about T491 BFJ

Does T491 BFJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T491 BFJ expired on 2 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T491 BFJ?
The MOT on T491 BFJ expired on 2 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T491 BFJ done?
T491 BFJ was recorded at 120,886 miles at its MOT on 3 Sept 2025.
Has T491 BFJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T491 BFJ has failed 9 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on T491 BFJ 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 T491 BFJ find?
T491 BFJ passed its latest MOT on 3 Sept 2025 with 3 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on the limit; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside rear wheel arch corroded.

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