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Honda Civic

Red · Petrol · 2004 · 1,998 cc

V40 CAHMOT history

V40 CAH is a red petrol Honda Civic first used on 30 Jun 2004. Its MOT is valid until 20 Feb 2027 and it has passed 17 of 26 MOT tests, with 158,853 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Feb 2026.

V40 CAH red Honda Civic – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 20 Feb 2027
Mileage
158,853 mi
At MOT on 18 Feb 2026
MOT tests
26
17 passed · 9 failed
Per year
6,020 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V40 CAH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Honda
Model
Civic
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
30 Jun 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V40 CAH was last recorded at 158,853 miles on 18 Feb 2026, 6,228 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
152,625 miles · 19 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
6,228 miles
Average per year
6,020 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 158,853 miles
  • 2025 – 152,625 miles
  • 2024 – 148,238 miles
  • 2023 – 148,197 miles
  • 2021 – 148,064 miles
  • 2020 – 147,766 miles
  • 2019 – 143,086 miles
  • 2018 – 134,140 miles
  • 2017 – 127,707 miles
  • 2016 – 125,572 miles
  • 2015 – 118,406 miles
  • 2014 – 118,369 miles
  • 2012 – 104,854 miles
  • 2011 – 91,532 miles
  • 2010 – 81,743 miles
  • 2009 – 75,221 miles
  • 2008 – 52,234 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass158,853 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryThe underside and suspension components have areas of surface corrosion

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 Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor3 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Nearside Front Lower Ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside Front Lower Ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

Full MOT history

26 tests since 3 Jun 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass158,853 miles (+6,228)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    158,853 miles
    Test number
    829466399965
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryThe underside and suspension components have areas of surface corrosion

  2. Pass152,625 miles (+4,387)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    152,625 miles
    Test number
    146564623751
    • AdvisoryRear suspension components have light surface corrosion

  3. Pass148,238 miles (+10)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    148,238 miles
    Test number
    500334833797
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  4. Fail148,228 miles (+31)1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,228 miles
    Test number
    442745236658
    • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  5. Pass148,197 miles (+133)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    148,197 miles
    Test number
    733253999462
    • MinorNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

  6. Pass148,064 miles (+298)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    148,064 miles
    Test number
    259724160747

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass147,766 miles (+4,680)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    147,766 miles
    Test number
    997658446688
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass143,086 miles (+8,946)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    143,086 miles
    Test number
    263972753853
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass134,140 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    134,140 miles
    Test number
    511885622435

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. FailMileage not read3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    203362031455
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate does not conform to the specified requirements front and rear (0.1 (d))

  11. Pass127,707 miles (+11)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    127,707 miles
    Test number
    498818947776
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  12. Fail127,696 miles (+2,124)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,696 miles
    Test number
    236641003234
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  13. Pass125,572 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    125,572 miles
    Test number
    575773909657

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail125,572 miles (+7,166)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,572 miles
    Test number
    782026063976
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

  15. Pass118,406 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    118,406 miles
    Test number
    245447485144
    • NoteBonnet cable handle damaged

  16. Fail118,406 miles (+37)2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,406 miles
    Test number
    286807285149
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteBonnet cable handle damaged

  17. Fail118,369 miles2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,369 miles
    Test number
    189424684422
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass118,369 miles (+13,515)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    118,369 miles
    Test number
    489234384007
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass104,854 miles (+13,322)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    104,854 miles
    Test number
    229305332272
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass91,532 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    91,532 miles
    Test number
    125629121274
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Fail91,532 miles (+9,789)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,532 miles
    Test number
    368998821406
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  22. Pass81,743 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    81,743 miles
    Test number
    143388610217

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail81,743 miles (+6,522)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,743 miles
    Test number
    900768010247
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  24. Pass75,221 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    75,221 miles
    Test number
    380347219218
    • NoteN/s/f tyre has cuts in side wall, (not exposing cords)

  25. Fail75,221 miles (+22,987)4 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,221 miles
    Test number
    544537119292
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • NoteN/s/f tyre has cuts in side wall, (not exposing cords)

  26. Pass52,234 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    52,234 miles
    Test number
    283735758417

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V40 CAH

Does V40 CAH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V40 CAH is valid until 20 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on V40 CAH?
The MOT on V40 CAH is valid until 20 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V40 CAH done?
V40 CAH was recorded at 158,853 miles at its MOT on 18 Feb 2026, an average of 6,020 miles a year.
Has V40 CAH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V40 CAH has failed 9 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Feb 2024.
Has the mileage on V40 CAH 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 V40 CAH find?
V40 CAH passed its latest MOT on 18 Feb 2026 with 3 advisories: front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides; rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides; the underside and suspension components have areas of surface corrosion.

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