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Honda Civic

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,396 cc

T685 DLNMOT history

T685 DLN is a red petrol Honda Civic first used on 19 Apr 1999. Its MOT is valid until 15 Apr 2027 and it has passed 21 of 28 MOT tests, with 55,722 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 15 Apr 2027
Mileage
55,722 mi
At MOT on 8 Apr 2026
MOT tests
28
21 passed · 7 failed
Per year
1,692 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T685 DLN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Honda
Model
Civic
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,396 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
19 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T685 DLN was last recorded at 55,722 miles on 8 Apr 2026, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
55,721 miles · 26 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
1,692 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 55,722 miles
  • 2025 – 47,965 miles
  • 2024 – 47,100 miles
  • 2023 – 44,517 miles
  • 2022 – 41,513 miles
  • 2021 – 38,574 miles
  • 2020 – 37,122 miles
  • 2019 – 36,455 miles
  • 2018 – 35,458 miles
  • 2017 – 34,583 miles
  • 2016 – 33,372 miles
  • 2015 – 32,321 miles
  • 2014 – 31,355 miles
  • 2013 – 30,573 miles
  • 2012 – 28,993 miles
  • 2011 – 28,304 miles
  • 2010 – 27,532 miles
  • 2009 – 26,330 miles
  • 2008 – 24,863 miles
  • 2007 – 23,305 miles
  • 2006 – 21,822 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass55,722 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine, (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both sides, (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Upper Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn both sides, (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019–2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass55,722 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    55,722 miles
    Test number
    381051540935
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine, (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both sides, (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn both sides, (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail55,721 miles (+7,756)6 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,721 miles
    Test number
    660859071967
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced floor pan meets inner sill, (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end modification unsafe locking device missing, (2.1.3 (f) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle n/s lower, (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor pan, (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine, (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both sides, (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn both sides, (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass47,965 miles (+865)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    47,965 miles
    Test number
    893367657343
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  4. Pass47,100 miles (+2,583)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    47,100 miles
    Test number
    645722419576
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Both (5.3.2 (b))

  5. Pass44,517 miles (+3,004)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    44,517 miles
    Test number
    409216244897
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass41,513 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    41,513 miles
    Test number
    592634609842
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  7. Fail41,513 miles (+2,939)1 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,513 miles
    Test number
    500501867255
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass38,574 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    38,574 miles
    Test number
    325639622019
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front near jacking point corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  9. Fail38,574 miles (+1,452)1 repaired1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,574 miles
    Test number
    661641522100
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front near jacking point corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  10. Pass37,122 miles (+667)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    37,122 miles
    Test number
    668875279972
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security jacking point (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security with in 30 cm of the sub frame mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear rear exhaust corroded at the joint to the centre section of exhaust

  11. Pass36,455 miles (+997)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    36,455 miles
    Test number
    329660056014
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  12. Pass35,458 miles (+875)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    35,458 miles
    Test number
    403232866233
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  13. Pass34,583 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    34,583 miles
    Test number
    163186380787

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail34,582 miles (+1,210)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,582 miles
    Test number
    553845028800
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure dot 4306 (4.1.D.1b)

  15. Pass33,372 miles (+1,051)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    33,372 miles
    Test number
    778258288296

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass32,321 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    32,321 miles
    Test number
    666605065022

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail32,321 miles (+966)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,321 miles
    Test number
    607285565068
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

  18. Pass31,355 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    31,355 miles
    Test number
    118507264462
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  19. Fail31,355 miles (+782)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,355 miles
    Test number
    767256064001
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  20. Pass30,573 miles (+1,580)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    30,573 miles
    Test number
    726962873046
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  21. Pass28,993 miles (+689)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    28,993 miles
    Test number
    959586672010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass28,304 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    28,304 miles
    Test number
    775969681028

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. FailMileage not read2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    259189381033
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

  24. Pass27,532 miles (+1,202)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    27,532 miles
    Test number
    934043660056

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass26,330 miles (+1,467)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    26,330 miles
    Test number
    874325279052

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass24,863 miles (+1,558)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    24,863 miles
    Test number
    431241898077

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass23,305 miles (+1,483)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    23,305 miles
    Test number
    161380367476

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass21,822 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    21,822 miles
    Test number
    941467286003
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about T685 DLN

Does T685 DLN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T685 DLN is valid until 15 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on T685 DLN?
The MOT on T685 DLN is valid until 15 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T685 DLN done?
T685 DLN was recorded at 55,722 miles at its MOT on 8 Apr 2026, an average of 1,692 miles a year.
Has T685 DLN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T685 DLN has failed 7 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on T685 DLN 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 T685 DLN find?
T685 DLN passed its latest MOT on 8 Apr 2026 with 3 advisories: oil leak, but not excessive engine,; rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil both sides,; rear upper suspension component pin or bush slightly worn both sides,.

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