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Honda Civic

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,396 cc

T542 ELMMOT history

T542 ELM is a silver petrol Honda Civic first used on 15 Jul 1999. Its MOT expired on 1 Aug 2024 and it has passed 18 of 22 MOT tests, with 140,292 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Aug 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 1 Aug 2024
Mileage
140,292 mi
At MOT on 1 Aug 2023
MOT tests
22
18 passed · 4 failed
Per year
6,376 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T542 ELM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Honda
Model
Civic
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,396 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
15 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 Aug 2024
Latest MOT test
1 Aug 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T542 ELM was last recorded at 140,292 miles on 1 Aug 2023, 1,818 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Jul 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
138,474 miles · 29 Jul 2022
Between the last two tests
1,818 miles
Average per year
6,376 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 140,292 miles
  • 2022 – 138,474 miles
  • 2021 – 135,709 miles
  • 2020 – 133,588 miles
  • 2019 – 128,625 miles
  • 2018 – 121,217 miles
  • 2017 – 113,394 miles
  • 2016 – 106,039 miles
  • 2015 – 98,256 miles
  • 2014 – 90,316 miles
  • 2013 – 82,183 miles
  • 2012 – 73,538 miles
  • 2011 – 64,435 miles
  • 2010 – 54,103 miles
  • 2009 – 46,313 miles
  • 2008 – 38,464 miles
  • 2007 – 34,840 miles
  • 2006 – 31,713 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass140,292 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer CV boot deteriorated
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryUnder-sill applied to floor pan

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 Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2008–2016

  • Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Offside Front Lower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill area

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

22 tests since 21 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass140,292 miles (+1,818)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    140,292 miles
    Test number
    832573260455
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer CV boot deteriorated
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnder-sill applied to floor pan

  2. Pass138,474 miles (+2,765)3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    138,474 miles
    Test number
    885129541766
    • MinorNearside Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel filler pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass135,709 miles (+2,121)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    135,709 miles
    Test number
    518132073235
    • MinorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass133,588 miles (+4,963)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    133,588 miles
    Test number
    840933545821
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer CV boot worn
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer CV boot worn
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass128,625 miles (+7,408)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    128,625 miles
    Test number
    461646578270
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass121,217 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    121,217 miles
    Test number
    355531036872
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside headlight deteriorated

  7. Fail121,217 miles (+7,823)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,217 miles
    Test number
    450262682054
    • MajorNearside 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 Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside headlight deteriorated

  8. Pass113,394 miles (+7,355)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    113,394 miles
    Test number
    699034822258
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  9. Pass106,039 miles (+7,783)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    106,039 miles
    Test number
    880411511270
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  10. Pass98,256 miles (+7,940)3 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    98,256 miles
    Test number
    968402305270
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteExhaust back box corroded
    • NoteExhaust centre section corroded
    • NoteNearside rear tyre on 3mm tread legal limit 1.6mm
    • NoteNearside rear tyre perished

  11. Pass90,316 miles6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    90,316 miles
    Test number
    816735704263
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • NoteCentre exhaust section corroded

  12. Fail90,316 miles (+8,133)2 repaired6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,316 miles
    Test number
    935445904274
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • NoteCentre exhaust section corroded

  13. Pass82,183 miles (+8,645)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    82,183 miles
    Test number
    758610313237
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • NoteCentre exhaust rusty

  14. Fail73,538 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,538 miles
    Test number
    638487802213
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  15. Pass73,538 miles (+9,103)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    73,538 miles
    Test number
    768437702291

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass64,435 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    64,435 miles
    Test number
    226200611255
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  17. Fail64,435 miles (+10,332)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,435 miles
    Test number
    517550811283
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  18. Pass54,103 miles (+7,790)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    54,103 miles
    Test number
    301094200201
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass46,313 miles (+7,849)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    46,313 miles
    Test number
    203629009223
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBaffles fallen in back box

  20. Pass38,464 miles (+3,624)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    38,464 miles
    Test number
    573952118269
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

  21. Pass34,840 miles (+3,127)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    34,840 miles
    Test number
    490876407249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass31,713 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    31,713 miles
    Test number
    460442206228

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T542 ELM

Does T542 ELM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T542 ELM expired on 1 Aug 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T542 ELM?
The MOT on T542 ELM expired on 1 Aug 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T542 ELM done?
T542 ELM was recorded at 140,292 miles at its MOT on 1 Aug 2023, an average of 6,376 miles a year.
Has T542 ELM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T542 ELM has failed 4 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Jul 2018.
Has the mileage on T542 ELM 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 T542 ELM find?
T542 ELM passed its latest MOT on 1 Aug 2023 with 3 advisories: nearside front outer cv boot deteriorated; rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both; under-sill applied to floor pan.

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