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Honda Civic

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,590 cc

T970 NLEMOT history

T970 NLE is a red petrol Honda Civic first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 10 May 2027 and it has passed 21 of 28 MOT tests, with 44,480 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 10 May 2027
Mileage
44,480 mi
At MOT on 11 May 2026
MOT tests
28
21 passed · 7 failed
Per year
1,323 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T970 NLE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Honda
Model
Civic
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,590 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 May 2027
Latest MOT test
11 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T970 NLE was last recorded at 44,480 miles on 11 May 2026, 1,169 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
43,311 miles · 10 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
1,169 miles
Average per year
1,323 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 44,480 miles
  • 2025 – 43,311 miles
  • 2024 – 42,125 miles
  • 2023 – 40,487 miles
  • 2022 – 38,360 miles
  • 2021 – 37,447 miles
  • 2020 – 37,294 miles
  • 2019 – 36,666 miles
  • 2018 – 35,115 miles
  • 2017 – 33,291 miles
  • 2016 – 30,782 miles
  • 2014 – 29,210 miles
  • 2013 – 28,224 miles
  • 2012 – 27,154 miles
  • 2011 – 26,033 miles
  • 2010 – 24,882 miles
  • 2009 – 23,885 miles
  • 2008 – 21,879 miles
  • 2007 – 20,074 miles
  • 2006 – 18,921 miles
  • 2005 – 17,184 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass44,480 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

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

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

28 tests since 23 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass44,480 miles (+1,169)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2027
    Odometer
    44,480 miles
    Test number
    169636208049
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass43,311 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    43,311 miles
    Test number
    358613753317
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases back box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake binding but not excessively both (1.2.1 (f))

  3. Fail43,311 miles (+1,186)1 dangerous1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,311 miles
    Test number
    721456542804
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases back box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake binding but not excessively both (1.2.1 (f))

  4. Pass42,125 miles (+1,638)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    42,125 miles
    Test number
    684355633009
    • MinorOffside 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass40,487 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    40,487 miles
    Test number
    751986802589
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake binding but not excessively Both sides (1.2.1 (f))

  6. Fail40,487 miles (+2,127)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,487 miles
    Test number
    569834086979
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake binding but not excessively Both sides (1.2.1 (f))

  7. Pass38,360 miles (+913)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    38,360 miles
    Test number
    866856224513
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre slight cracking in tread

  8. Pass37,447 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    37,447 miles
    Test number
    695062120001

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail37,437 miles (+143)1 dangerous2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,437 miles
    Test number
    727785642262
    • DangerousNearside Front Inner Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass37,294 miles (+628)
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    37,294 miles
    Test number
    619469255528

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass36,666 miles (+1,551)
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    36,666 miles
    Test number
    924335492397

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass35,115 miles (+1,824)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    35,115 miles
    Test number
    330577653780
    • AdvisoryFront Body has slight corrosion floors both sides (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  13. Pass33,291 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    33,291 miles
    Test number
    448284604547
    • AdvisoryFront Body has slight corrosion floor both sides (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  14. Fail33,288 miles (+2,506)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,288 miles
    Test number
    658048817681
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Body has slight corrosion floor both sides (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  15. Pass30,782 miles (+1,572)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    30,782 miles
    Test number
    795290310408
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion to front floor

  16. Pass29,210 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    29,210 miles
    Test number
    567558164227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail29,210 miles (+986)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,210 miles
    Test number
    625738664294
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  18. Pass28,224 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    28,224 miles
    Test number
    365250963405

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail28,223 miles (+1,069)3 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,223 miles
    Test number
    735780063227
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteUnderside of vehicle showing signs of rust

  20. Pass27,154 miles (+1,121)
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    27,154 miles
    Test number
    745478752216

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass26,033 miles (+1,151)
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    26,033 miles
    Test number
    536581951258

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass24,882 miles (+997)
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    24,882 miles
    Test number
    684768350221

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass23,885 miles (+2,006)
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    23,885 miles
    Test number
    314687759444

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass21,879 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    21,879 miles
    Test number
    313216368405
    • NoteBaffols broken up in rear exhuast back box, change with centre.
    • NoteCentre exhuast very rusty and could go anytime.
    • NoteRear pads wearing low approx 3,000 miles. visual through wheels only.

  25. Fail21,879 miles (+1,805)1 repaired3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,879 miles
    Test number
    414626968260
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteBaffols broken up in rear exhuast back box, change with centre.
    • NoteCentre exhuast very rusty and could go anytime.
    • NoteRear pads wearing low approx 3,000 miles. visual through wheels only.

  26. Pass20,074 miles (+1,153)
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    20,074 miles
    Test number
    643667747206

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass18,921 miles (+1,737)
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    18,921 miles
    Test number
    902575266279

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass17,184 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    17,184 miles
    Test number
    641346965246

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T970 NLE

Does T970 NLE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T970 NLE is valid until 10 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on T970 NLE?
The MOT on T970 NLE is valid until 10 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T970 NLE done?
T970 NLE was recorded at 44,480 miles at its MOT on 11 May 2026, an average of 1,323 miles a year.
Has T970 NLE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T970 NLE has failed 7 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on T970 NLE 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 T970 NLE find?
T970 NLE passed its latest MOT on 11 May 2026 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: offside front drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; front brake disc worn, but not excessively, and 1 more.

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