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Honda Civic

Grey · Petrol · 2005 · 1,998 cc

V70 ECSMOT history

V70 ECS is a grey petrol Honda Civic first used on 30 Sept 2005. Its MOT is valid until 15 Jul 2027 and it has passed 19 of 25 MOT tests, with 173,864 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Jul 2026.

V70 ECS grey Honda Civic – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 15 Jul 2027
Mileage
173,864 mi
At MOT on 16 Jul 2026
MOT tests
25
19 passed · 6 failed
Per year
8,142 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V70 ECS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Honda
Model
Civic
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
30 Sept 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V70 ECS was last recorded at 173,864 miles on 16 Jul 2026, 1,933 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
171,931 miles · 28 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
1,933 miles
Average per year
8,142 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 173,864 miles
  • 2025 – 171,931 miles
  • 2024 – 171,568 miles
  • 2023 – 168,244 miles
  • 2022 – 160,398 miles
  • 2021 – 152,141 miles
  • 2020 – 146,829 miles
  • 2019 – 140,533 miles
  • 2018 – 128,423 miles
  • 2017 – 113,980 miles
  • 2016 – 100,745 miles
  • 2015 – 90,286 miles
  • 2014 – 79,127 miles
  • 2013 – 69,678 miles
  • 2012 – 62,266 miles
  • 2011 – 60,665 miles
  • 2010 – 50,015 miles
  • 2009 – 31,815 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass173,864 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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2013

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2013

Full MOT history

25 tests since 3 Feb 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass173,864 miles (+1,933)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    173,864 miles
    Test number
    360094231804

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass171,931 miles (+363)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    171,931 miles
    Test number
    915686652307
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Lower chassis covered in underseal
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass171,568 miles (+3,324)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    171,568 miles
    Test number
    945208968937

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass168,244 miles (+7,846)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    168,244 miles
    Test number
    242507758297

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass160,398 miles (+8,257)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    160,398 miles
    Test number
    649138976496

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass152,141 miles (+5,312)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    152,141 miles
    Test number
    849626103982
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge worn (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge worn (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass146,829 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    146,829 miles
    Test number
    676910511150
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced HEAVILY corroded around hand brake/ cables (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both front arm corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All rear suspension very corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced HEAVILY corroded to rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened FRONT / REAR corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  8. Fail146,879 miles (+6,346)4 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,879 miles
    Test number
    701993657962
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.1.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced HEAVILY corroded around hand brake/ cables (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both front arm corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All rear suspension very corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced HEAVILY corroded to rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened FRONT / REAR corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  9. Pass140,533 miles (+12,110)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    140,533 miles
    Test number
    373782526690

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass128,423 miles (+14,443)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    128,423 miles
    Test number
    607771951223

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass113,980 miles (+13,235)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    113,980 miles
    Test number
    344893656071
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryStone chips to screen

  12. Pass100,745 miles (+10,459)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    100,745 miles
    Test number
    915902578842

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass90,286 miles (+11,159)1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    90,286 miles
    Test number
    786506055042
    • NoteAll tyres wearing low

  14. Pass79,127 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    79,127 miles
    Test number
    616445454032
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  15. Fail79,127 miles (+9,449)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,127 miles
    Test number
    865505454022
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Pass69,678 miles (+7,412)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    69,678 miles
    Test number
    287497533091
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  17. Pass62,266 miles (+1,601)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    62,266 miles
    Test number
    755163652080

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass60,665 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2012
    Odometer
    60,665 miles
    Test number
    476562251123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail60,655 miles (+1,850)3 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,655 miles
    Test number
    235402651433
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRegistration plate fitted to the front does not have black characters on a white background (6.3.2a)
    • FailureRegistration plate fitted to the rear does not have black characters on a yellow background (6.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  20. Pass58,805 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    58,805 miles
    Test number
    638001621012
    • NoteRear tyres wearing uneven on inner edges

  21. Fail58,805 miles (+8,790)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,805 miles
    Test number
    456749911006
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteAll discs starting to pit
    • NoteRear tyres wearing uneven on inner edges

  22. Pass50,015 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    50,015 miles
    Test number
    822045470097

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail50,011 miles (+18,196)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,011 miles
    Test number
    501075070061
    • FailureStop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  24. Fail31,815 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,815 miles
    Test number
    342994239072
    • Repaired at testParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  25. Pass31,815 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    31,815 miles
    Test number
    823994539073

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V70 ECS

Does V70 ECS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V70 ECS is valid until 15 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on V70 ECS?
The MOT on V70 ECS is valid until 15 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V70 ECS done?
V70 ECS was recorded at 173,864 miles at its MOT on 16 Jul 2026, an average of 8,142 miles a year.
Has V70 ECS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V70 ECS has failed 6 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Feb 2020.
Has the mileage on V70 ECS 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 V70 ECS find?
V70 ECS passed its latest MOT on 16 Jul 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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