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Honda Civic

Black · Petrol · 2000 · 1,797 cc

V78 GHSMOT history

V78 GHS is a black petrol Honda Civic first used on 28 Jan 2000. Its MOT expired on 18 Sept 2026 and it has passed 19 of 29 MOT tests, with 173,063 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Sept 2025.

V78 GHS black Honda Civic – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 18 Sept 2026
Mileage
173,063 mi
At MOT on 17 Sept 2025
MOT tests
29
19 passed · 10 failed
Per year
6,199 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V78 GHS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Honda
Model
Civic
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,797 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
28 Jan 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 18 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
17 Sept 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

V78 GHS was last recorded at 173,063 miles on 17 Sept 2025, 758 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Sept 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
172,305 miles · 19 Sept 2024
Between the last two tests
758 miles
Average per year
6,199 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 173,063 miles
  • 2024 – 172,305 miles
  • 2023 – 167,314 miles
  • 2022 – 163,500 miles
  • 2021 – 159,770 miles
  • 2020 – 150,405 miles
  • 2018 – 149,790 miles
  • 2017 – 146,094 miles
  • 2016 – 142,480 miles
  • 2015 – 138,684 miles
  • 2014 – 131,955 miles
  • 2013 – 120,178 miles
  • 2012 – 112,189 miles
  • 2010 – 79,151 miles
  • 2009 – 66,192 miles
  • 2008 – 56,820 miles
  • 2007 – 53,829 miles
  • 2006 – 51,316 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass173,063 miles
  • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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 Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2009–2018

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure4 MOTs, 2008–2018

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2018

  • Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2008–2018

  • Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2015

Full MOT history

29 tests since 26 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass173,063 miles (+758)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    173,063 miles
    Test number
    184137541576
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass172,305 miles (+4,991)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    172,305 miles
    Test number
    278451381065
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  3. Pass167,314 miles (+3,814)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    167,314 miles
    Test number
    448339770441
    • AdvisoryEngine covers/Under trays fitted

  4. Pass163,500 miles (+3,730)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    163,500 miles
    Test number
    425189128868
    • AdvisoryEngine Covers / Under-trays Fitted
    • AdvisoryVehicle is Heavily Under-sealed.

  5. Pass159,770 miles (+9,365)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    159,770 miles
    Test number
    710848079316
    • AdvisoryEngine Covers / Under-trays Fitted
    • AdvisoryVehicle is Heavily Under-sealed.

  6. Pass150,405 miles (+615)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    150,405 miles
    Test number
    724328833718
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge below 3 m.m (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge below 3 m.m (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySome corrosion in fuel filler neck

  7. Pass149,790 miles (+6)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    149,790 miles
    Test number
    809383028166
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front floor plan corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear suspension bushes deteriorated

  8. Fail149,784 miles (+3,690)5 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,784 miles
    Test number
    433855328940
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front floor plan corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear suspension bushes deteriorated

  9. Pass146,094 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    146,094 miles
    Test number
    218535721376
    • AdvisoryN/s/f inner wheel rim damage
    • AdvisoryO/s steering has slight play
    • AdvisoryO/s/f shock absorber leaking slightly
    • AdvisoryPrescribed areas and chassis beginning to show signs of corrosion
    • AdvisoryRear indicators slightly discoloured
    • AdvisoryRear suspension trailing arm bushes have perished (no movement)

  10. Fail146,088 miles (+3,608)4 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,088 miles
    Test number
    254407830052
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 3.00 % (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases rear exhaust adapted and corroded (blowing) (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded floorpan area (yellow marked) (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryN/s/f inner wheel rim damage
    • AdvisoryO/s steering has slight play
    • AdvisoryO/s/f shock absorber leaking slightly
    • AdvisoryPrescribed areas and chassis beginning to show signs of corrosion
    • AdvisoryRear indicators slightly discoloured
    • AdvisoryRear suspension trailing arm bushes have perished (no movement)

  11. Pass142,480 miles (+9)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    142,480 miles
    Test number
    332661983845
    • AdvisoryCorrosion coming to front floorpan areas and prescribed areas.
    • AdvisoryExhuast cracked at join (mount in poor conidition) and rear exhaust in poor condition
    • AdvisoryFront headlamps covered in darkening film (view and output still ok)
    • AdvisoryFront wiper blades in poor condition (still clearing screen)
    • AdvisoryN/s/f mirror glass damaged (view ok)
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs showing warp and are slightly worn
    • AdvisorySlight play in front and rear suspension

  12. Fail142,471 miles (+3,787)3 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,471 miles
    Test number
    707376022310
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 1.079 (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 0.47 (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryCorrosion coming to front floorpan areas and prescribed areas.
    • AdvisoryExhuast cracked at join (mount in poor conidition) and rear exhaust in poor condition
    • AdvisoryFront headlamps covered in darkening film (view and output still ok)
    • AdvisoryFront wiper blades in poor condition (still clearing screen)
    • AdvisoryN/s/f mirror glass damaged (view ok)
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs showing warp and are slightly worn
    • AdvisorySlight play in front and rear suspension

  13. Pass138,684 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    138,684 miles
    Test number
    345049875014
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteAll prescribed areas and chassis beginning to show signs of corrosion
    • NoteN/s/f brake discs back plate corroded and holed

  14. Fail138,682 miles (+6,727)7 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,682 miles
    Test number
    406059475044
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureFront position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteAll prescribed areas and chassis beginning to show signs of corrosion
    • NoteN/s/f brake discs back plate corroded and holed

  15. Pass131,955 miles (+160)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    131,955 miles
    Test number
    745148674000
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  16. Fail131,795 miles (+11,617)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,795 miles
    Test number
    197402874044
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  17. Pass120,178 miles (+7,989)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    120,178 miles
    Test number
    327917983081
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass112,189 miles (+35)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    112,189 miles
    Test number
    475769082080
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  19. Fail112,154 miles (+33,003)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,154 miles
    Test number
    929536682006
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • FailureExhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (7.1.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  20. Pass79,151 miles (+12,873)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    79,151 miles
    Test number
    541204960379
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass66,278 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    66,278 miles
    Test number
    752684600066
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Fail66,278 miles (+86)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,278 miles
    Test number
    954844400031
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Fail66,192 miles (+9,372)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,192 miles
    Test number
    541695229357
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass56,820 miles (+774)
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    56,820 miles
    Test number
    794764148370

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass56,046 miles (+37)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    56,046 miles
    Test number
    494545528055
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteBoth drive shafts corroded
    • NotePower steering oil cooler pipe corroded
    • NoteRear number plate starting to seperate

  26. Fail56,009 miles6 failures2 repaired1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,009 miles
    Test number
    270412728030
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Valve stem seriously damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Valve stem seriously damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteBoth drive shafts corroded
    • NotePower steering oil cooler pipe corroded
    • NoteRear number plate starting to seperate

  27. Fail56,009 miles (+2,180)3 failures2 repaired1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,009 miles
    Test number
    804682628062
    • FailureNearside Front Valve stem seriously damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Valve stem seriously damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteBoth drive shafts corroded
    • NotePower steering oil cooler pipe corroded
    • NoteRear number plate starting to seperate

  28. Pass53,829 miles (+2,513)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    53,829 miles
    Test number
    490151937010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass51,316 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    51,316 miles
    Test number
    391946926050

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V78 GHS

Does V78 GHS currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V78 GHS expired on 18 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V78 GHS?
The MOT on V78 GHS expired on 18 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V78 GHS done?
V78 GHS was recorded at 173,063 miles at its MOT on 17 Sept 2025, an average of 6,199 miles a year.
Has V78 GHS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V78 GHS has failed 10 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Apr 2018.
Has the mileage on V78 GHS 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 V78 GHS find?
V78 GHS passed its latest MOT on 17 Sept 2025 with 2 minor defects and 1 advisory: nearside windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; offside front drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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