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Honda Civic

Yellow · Petrol · 1999 · 1,595 cc

V42 ELBMOT history

V42 ELB is a yellow petrol Honda Civic first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT expired on 5 Sept 2026 and it has passed 11 of 17 MOT tests, with 79,957 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Sept 2025.

V42 ELB yellow Honda Civic – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 5 Sept 2026
Mileage
79,957 mi
At MOT on 6 Sept 2025
MOT tests
17
11 passed · 6 failed
Per year
1,610 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V42 ELB
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 expired on 5 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
6 Sept 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

V42 ELB was last recorded at 79,957 miles on 6 Sept 2025, 1,713 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Feb 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
78,244 miles · 21 Feb 2022
Between the last two tests
1,713 miles
Average per year
1,610 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 79,957 miles
  • 2022 – 78,244 miles
  • 2016 – 73,005 miles
  • 2015 – 65,725 miles
  • 2013 – 63,655 miles
  • 2012 – 62,491 miles
  • 2011 – 59,210 miles
  • 2010 – 53,612 miles
  • 2009 – 52,839 miles
  • 2007 – 50,330 miles
  • 2005 – 48,259 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass79,957 miles
  • AdvisoryBODY KIT FITTED
  • AdvisoryVEHICLE COVERED WITH HEAVILY UNDERSEAL

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.

  • Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2012

  • Horn not working (1.6.2a)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2009–2011

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2007–2011

  • Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2005–2009

Full MOT history

17 tests since 2 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass79,957 miles (+1,713)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    79,957 miles
    Test number
    140690255310
    • AdvisoryBODY KIT FITTED
    • AdvisoryVEHICLE COVERED WITH HEAVILY UNDERSEAL

  2. Pass78,244 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    78,244 miles
    Test number
    717627593139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail78,244 miles (+5,239)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,244 miles
    Test number
    562058360030
    • Repaired at testExhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

  4. Pass73,005 miles (+7,280)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    73,005 miles
    Test number
    845113065223
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint both (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear handbrake just met required efficiency

  5. Pass65,725 miles (+2,070)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    65,725 miles
    Test number
    827597655107
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  6. Pass63,655 miles (+1,164)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    63,655 miles
    Test number
    358801633474

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass62,491 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    62,491 miles
    Test number
    636983742288
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteFront wipers slight worn.

  8. Fail62,491 miles (+3,281)1 repaired3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,491 miles
    Test number
    915133842262
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteFront wipers slight worn.

  9. Pass59,210 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    59,210 miles
    Test number
    428364241264

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail59,210 miles (+5,598)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,210 miles
    Test number
    135803841216
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  11. Pass53,612 miles (+773)
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    53,612 miles
    Test number
    651063200171

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass52,839 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    52,839 miles
    Test number
    291523249030

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail52,839 miles (+2,509)9 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,839 miles
    Test number
    151934739022
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureFront registration plate missing (6.3.1a)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteNO REAR SEATS OR SEAT BELTS FITTED

  14. Pass50,330 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    50,330 miles
    Test number
    294700607265

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail50,329 miles (+2,070)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,329 miles
    Test number
    430148787101
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteRear seat and rear seat belts not fited

  16. Pass48,259 miles (+127)
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    48,259 miles
    Test number
    171053745391

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail48,132 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,132 miles
    Test number
    943336935344
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
    • FailureFront registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Questions about V42 ELB

Does V42 ELB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V42 ELB expired on 5 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V42 ELB?
The MOT on V42 ELB expired on 5 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V42 ELB done?
V42 ELB was recorded at 79,957 miles at its MOT on 6 Sept 2025, an average of 1,610 miles a year.
Has V42 ELB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V42 ELB has failed 6 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Feb 2022.
Has the mileage on V42 ELB 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 V42 ELB find?
V42 ELB passed its latest MOT on 6 Sept 2025 with 2 advisories: body kit fitted; vehicle covered with heavily underseal.

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