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Honda Civic

Yellow · Petrol · 1999 · 1,595 cc

T561 DLWMOT history

T561 DLW is a yellow petrol Honda Civic first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 29 May 2027 and it has passed 15 of 19 MOT tests, with 157,806 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 29 May 2027
Mileage
157,806 mi
At MOT on 30 May 2026
MOT tests
19
15 passed · 4 failed
Per year
5,016 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T561 DLW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Honda
Model
Civic
Colour
Yellow
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,595 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 May 2027
Latest MOT test
30 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T561 DLW was last recorded at 157,806 miles on 30 May 2026, 2,419 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Apr 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
155,387 miles · 29 Apr 2022
Between the last two tests
2,419 miles
Average per year
5,016 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 157,806 miles
  • 2022 – 155,387 miles
  • 2021 – 152,939 miles
  • 2019 – 152,623 miles
  • 2018 – 152,253 miles
  • 2016 – 146,375 miles
  • 2015 – 141,207 miles
  • 2014 – 136,541 miles
  • 2013 – 126,566 miles
  • 2012 – 113,936 miles
  • 2011 – 104,868 miles
  • 2009 – 99,683 miles
  • 2008 – 83,906 miles
  • 2007 – 70,681 miles
  • 2006 – 58,107 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass157,806 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2011–2018

  • Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

19 tests since 14 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass157,806 miles (+2,419)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2027
    Odometer
    157,806 miles
    Test number
    615118286488

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass155,387 miles (+2,448)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    155,387 miles
    Test number
    999363257784

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass152,939 miles (+316)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    152,939 miles
    Test number
    104117635639

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass152,623 miles (+370)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    152,623 miles
    Test number
    326634608206

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass152,253 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    152,253 miles
    Test number
    154225570894
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
  6. Fail152,253 miles (+5,878)8 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,253 miles
    Test number
    589615833097
    • FailureBrake pedal anti-slip provision worn smooth (3.3.A.1b)
    • FailureBrake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Trailing arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
  7. Pass146,375 miles (+5,168)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    146,375 miles
    Test number
    485325794207
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play steering rack end (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement nearside and offside, lower shock absorber bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement nearside and offside (2.4.G.2)
  8. Pass141,207 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    141,207 miles
    Test number
    364385149128
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
  9. Fail141,207 miles (+4,666)4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,207 miles
    Test number
    453907510189
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 1.65 (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive .48% (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
  10. Pass136,541 miles (+9,975)1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    136,541 miles
    Test number
    568112154287
    • NoteSill covers fitted
  11. Pass126,566 miles4 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    126,566 miles
    Test number
    325875263177
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight damage (6.1.A.1)
    • NoteAll four coil springs has movement modified suspension fitted
    • NoteEngine,air bag light on
    • NoteRear bumper,cross member excessively corroded
    • NoteSlight damage to n/s/r trailing arm mounting
  12. Fail126,566 miles (+12,630)21 failures4 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,566 miles
    Test number
    266445263134
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureHazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)
    • FailureHorn control missing (1.6.1)
    • FailureNearside Electrical wiring damaged and bare connector exposed (1.9.2c)
    • FailureNearside Electrical wiring damaged, likely to cause a short (1.9.2b)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Electrical wiring damaged and bare connector exposed (1.9.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureSteering wheel locking device insecure (2.1.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight damage (6.1.A.1)
    • NoteAll four coil springs has movement modified suspension fitted
    • NoteEngine,air bag light on
    • NoteRear bumper,cross member excessively corroded
    • NoteSlight damage to n/s/r trailing arm mounting
  13. Pass113,936 miles (+9,068)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    113,936 miles
    Test number
    605152852185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass104,868 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    104,868 miles
    Test number
    847347561148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail104,865 miles (+5,182)7 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,865 miles
    Test number
    545535061149
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) obviously incorrectly positioned (1.1.A.3a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) obviously incorrectly positioned (1.1.A.3a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • FailureSteering column top bearing excessively worn (2.1.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)
    • NoteN/s/f o/s/f n/s/r o/s/r tyres worn on inner edges
  16. Pass99,683 miles (+15,777)
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    99,683 miles
    Test number
    494594609226

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass83,906 miles (+13,225)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    83,906 miles
    Test number
    292594798139
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  18. Pass70,681 miles (+12,574)
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    70,681 miles
    Test number
    660962707274

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass58,107 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    58,107 miles
    Test number
    711915496160
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about T561 DLW

Does T561 DLW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T561 DLW is valid until 29 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on T561 DLW?
The MOT on T561 DLW is valid until 29 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T561 DLW done?
T561 DLW was recorded at 157,806 miles at its MOT on 30 May 2026, an average of 5,016 miles a year.
Has T561 DLW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T561 DLW has failed 4 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Mar 2018.
Has the mileage on T561 DLW 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 T561 DLW find?
T561 DLW passed its latest MOT on 30 May 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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