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Honda Civic

Black · Petrol · 2000 · 1,396 cc

X778 BFBMOT history

X778 BFB is a black petrol Honda Civic first used on 30 Sept 2000. Its MOT expired on 8 Apr 2026 and it has passed 19 of 27 MOT tests, with 89,691 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Mar 2026.

X778 BFB black Honda Civic – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 8 Apr 2026
Mileage
89,691 mi
At MOT on 20 Mar 2026
MOT tests
27
19 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,167 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X778 BFB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Honda
Model
Civic
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,396 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
30 Sept 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 8 Apr 2026
Latest MOT test
20 Mar 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

X778 BFB was last recorded at 89,691 miles on 20 Mar 2026, 6,882 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
82,809 miles · 21 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
6,882 miles
Average per year
3,167 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 89,691 miles
  • 2025 – 82,809 miles
  • 2024 – 78,853 miles
  • 2023 – 74,073 miles
  • 2021 – 62,506 miles
  • 2020 – 55,672 miles
  • 2019 – 54,441 miles
  • 2018 – 53,245 miles
  • 2017 – 52,024 miles
  • 2016 – 50,505 miles
  • 2015 – 48,865 miles
  • 2014 – 47,564 miles
  • 2012 – 46,323 miles
  • 2011 – 44,859 miles
  • 2010 – 42,644 miles
  • 2009 – 39,164 miles
  • 2008 – 35,232 miles
  • 2007 – 32,260 miles
  • 2006 – 28,502 miles
  • 2005 – 24,904 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail89,691 miles
  • DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
  • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer door handle insecure
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear handbrake efficiency low
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front clutch pedal rubber split

What MOT failures 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 Rear handbrake performance down slightly

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Plastic covers on outer sills

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Central Front clutch pedal rubber wearing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Central Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective cloudy

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

27 tests since 3 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail89,691 miles (+6,882)1 dangerous4 major2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,691 miles
    Test number
    831260254775
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust 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 Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer door handle insecure
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear handbrake efficiency low
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front clutch pedal rubber split

  2. Pass82,809 miles (+110)4 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    82,809 miles
    Test number
    241592653762
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective cloudy (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective cloudy (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front clutch pedal rubber wearing
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing low on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear handbrake performance low
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing low on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front steering wheel grip soft

  3. Fail82,699 miles (+3,846)2 major4 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,699 miles
    Test number
    136120600865
    • MajorCentral Exhaust fumes entering cabin silencer missing (6.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MajorCentral Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective cloudy (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective cloudy (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front clutch pedal rubber wearing
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing low on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear handbrake performance low
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing low on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front steering wheel grip soft

  4. Pass78,853 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    78,853 miles
    Test number
    483302556134
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working missing (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear handbrake performance down slightly
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryClutch pedal rubber worn
    • AdvisoryPlastic covers outer sills
    • AdvisorySteering wheel soft

  5. Fail78,853 miles (+27)1 dangerous2 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,853 miles
    Test number
    393616950554
    • DangerousNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached Securing nut not secure, split pin missing (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front manifold heat shield insecure
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working missing (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end split pin missing
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear handbrake performance down slightly
    • AdvisoryClutch pedal rubber worn
    • AdvisoryPlastic covers on outer sills

  6. Fail78,826 miles (+4,753)1 dangerous4 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,826 miles
    Test number
    722378497731
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front manifold heat shield insecure
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working missing (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear handbrake performance down slightly
    • AdvisoryClutch pedal rubber worn
    • AdvisoryPlastic covers on outer sills

  7. Pass74,073 miles (+12)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    74,073 miles
    Test number
    329691740690
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Handbrake performance down slightly
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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 Trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlastic covers on outer sills
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working High level brake light missing (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  8. Fail74,061 miles (+11,555)1 dangerous12 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,061 miles
    Test number
    445397457169
    • DangerousOffside Front Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Bumper insecure (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp insecure Broken (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Handbrake performance down slightly
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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 Trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlastic covers on outer sills
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working High level brake light missing (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass62,506 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    62,506 miles
    Test number
    174162789937
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer cv joint worn

  10. Fail62,506 miles (+6,834)1 dangerous5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,506 miles
    Test number
    345503494119
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer cv joint worn

  11. Pass55,672 miles (+1,231)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    55,672 miles
    Test number
    590185103015
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front - trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front - trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Pass54,441 miles (+1,196)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    54,441 miles
    Test number
    642960978689
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both trailing arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  13. Pass53,245 miles (+1,221)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2019
    Odometer
    53,245 miles
    Test number
    215759050813
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit Both (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryVarious suspension components corroded

  14. Pass52,024 miles (+1,519)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2018
    Odometer
    52,024 miles
    Test number
    437932084495
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting rubbers cracking

  15. Pass50,505 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2017
    Odometer
    50,505 miles
    Test number
    819118996077

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail50,500 miles (+1,635)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,500 miles
    Test number
    948475169652
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  17. Pass48,865 miles (+12)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2016
    Odometer
    48,865 miles
    Test number
    386881835125

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail48,853 miles (+1,289)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,853 miles
    Test number
    525138725152
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

  19. Pass47,564 miles (+1,241)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2015
    Odometer
    47,564 miles
    Test number
    247757344412

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass46,323 miles (+1,464)
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    46,323 miles
    Test number
    648757872219

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass44,859 miles (+2,215)
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    44,859 miles
    Test number
    759338171220

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass42,644 miles (+3,480)1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    42,644 miles
    Test number
    344080980231
    • NoteO/S/R tyre Walls Cracking

  23. Pass39,164 miles (+3,932)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    39,164 miles
    Test number
    900763779248
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass35,232 miles (+2,972)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    35,232 miles
    Test number
    334890888403
    • 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)

  25. Pass32,260 miles (+3,758)
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    32,260 miles
    Test number
    962157477260

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass28,502 miles (+3,598)
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    28,502 miles
    Test number
    951457776270

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass24,904 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    24,904 miles
    Test number
    633046175238

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X778 BFB

Does X778 BFB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on X778 BFB expired on 8 Apr 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on X778 BFB?
The MOT on X778 BFB expired on 8 Apr 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has X778 BFB done?
X778 BFB was recorded at 89,691 miles at its MOT on 20 Mar 2026, an average of 3,167 miles a year.
Has X778 BFB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X778 BFB has failed 8 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on X778 BFB 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 X778 BFB find?
X778 BFB failed its latest MOT on 20 Mar 2026 with 1 dangerous defect, 4 major defects, 2 minor defects and 8 advisories: offside front inner tyre has ply or cords exposed; exhaust lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits; nearside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt, and 12 more.

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