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Honda Civic

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 1,590 cc

Y278 HTWMOT history

Y278 HTW is a silver petrol Honda Civic first used on 31 May 2001. Its MOT expired on 27 Jun 2026 and it has passed 20 of 26 MOT tests, with 100,539 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 May 2025.

Y278 HTW silver Honda Civic – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 27 Jun 2026
Mileage
100,539 mi
At MOT on 30 May 2025
MOT tests
26
20 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,773 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y278 HTW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Honda
Model
Civic
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,590 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
31 May 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 27 Jun 2026
Latest MOT test
30 May 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y278 HTW was last recorded at 100,539 miles on 30 May 2025, 8,080 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Jun 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
92,459 miles · 28 Jun 2024
Between the last two tests
8,080 miles
Average per year
3,773 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 100,539 miles
  • 2024 – 92,459 miles
  • 2023 – 85,833 miles
  • 2022 – 82,212 miles
  • 2021 – 79,037 miles
  • 2020 – 73,083 miles
  • 2019 – 72,336 miles
  • 2018 – 71,751 miles
  • 2017 – 71,361 miles
  • 2016 – 70,088 miles
  • 2015 – 68,478 miles
  • 2014 – 66,230 miles
  • 2013 – 64,032 miles
  • 2012 – 60,205 miles
  • 2011 – 54,595 miles
  • 2010 – 49,061 miles
  • 2009 – 45,262 miles
  • 2008 – 39,534 miles
  • 2007 – 33,585 miles
  • 2006 – 28,771 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass100,539 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords cut in tread (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryHandbrake efficiency poorRecorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryMetal brake pipes starting to corrodeRecorded at 8 MOTs since 2017
  • AdvisoryRear brake discs corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear outer sills starting to corrode

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.

  • Rear suspension components corroded

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Coil springs corroded

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Rust stains around rear lower suspension bushes

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front and rear suspension components corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • N/s paint damage

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

26 tests since 23 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass100,539 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    100,539 miles
    Test number
    478026588042
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords cut in tread (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake efficiency poor
    • AdvisoryMetal brake pipes starting to corrode
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs corroded
    • AdvisoryRear outer sills starting to corrode

  2. Fail100,539 miles (+8,080)1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,539 miles
    Test number
    744825488624
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords cut in tread (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake efficiency poor
    • AdvisoryMetal brake pipes starting to corrode
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs corroded
    • AdvisoryRear outer sills starting to corrode

  3. Pass92,459 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    92,459 miles
    Test number
    742215576412
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront and rear suspension components corroded
    • AdvisoryHandbrake efficiency poor
    • AdvisoryMetal brake pipes starting to corrode
    • AdvisoryN/s paint damage

  4. Fail92,459 miles (+6,626)1 major2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,459 miles
    Test number
    499035875790
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront and rear suspension components corroded
    • AdvisoryHandbrake efficiency poor
    • AdvisoryMetal brake pipes starting to corrode
    • AdvisoryN/s paint damage

  5. Pass85,833 miles (+3,621)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    85,833 miles
    Test number
    267954485581
    • AdvisoryFront suspension components corroded
    • AdvisoryGeneral underbody corrosion
    • AdvisoryHandbrake efficiency poor
    • AdvisoryMetal brake pipes starting to corrode
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs corroded
    • AdvisoryRear suspension components corroded
    • AdvisoryRear trailing arm bushes deteriorated

  6. Pass82,212 miles (+3,175)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    82,212 miles
    Test number
    427629026046
    • AdvisoryCorrosion through out underside of vehicle
    • AdvisoryFront suspension components corroded
    • AdvisoryRear suspension components corroded
    • AdvisoryRear trailing arm bushes deteriorated

  7. Pass79,037 miles (+5,954)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    79,037 miles
    Test number
    585248465773
    • AdvisoryCoil springs corroded
    • AdvisoryDriveshafts corroded
    • AdvisoryFront lower arm bushes perished
    • AdvisoryFront tyres wearing unevenly
    • AdvisoryMetal brake pipes starting to corrode
    • AdvisoryRear suspension components corroded
    • AdvisoryRust stains around rear lower suspension bushes

  8. Pass73,083 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    73,083 miles
    Test number
    375132563296
    • AdvisoryCoil springs corroded
    • AdvisoryFront lower suspension arms bushes perished
    • AdvisoryRear suspension components corroded
    • AdvisoryRust stains around rear lower suspension bushes

  9. Fail73,083 miles (+747)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,083 miles
    Test number
    289007948658
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil springs corroded
    • AdvisoryFront lower suspension arms bushes perished
    • AdvisoryRear suspension components corroded
    • AdvisoryRust stains around rear lower suspension bushes

  10. Pass72,336 miles (+585)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    72,336 miles
    Test number
    136088177252
    • AdvisoryCoil springs corroded
    • AdvisoryMetal brake pipes starting to corrode
    • AdvisoryRear suspension components corroded
    • AdvisoryRust stains around rear lower suspension bushes

  11. Pass71,751 miles (+390)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    71,751 miles
    Test number
    840233526717
    • AdvisoryCoil springs corroded
    • AdvisoryFront driveshafts corroded
    • AdvisoryFront lower wishbone bushes perished
    • AdvisoryMetal brake pipes starting to corrode

  12. Pass71,361 miles (+1,273)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    71,361 miles
    Test number
    955097907373
    • AdvisoryCoil springs starting to corrode
    • AdvisoryDrive shafts corroded
    • AdvisoryFront lower wishbone bushes perished
    • AdvisoryMetal brake pipes starting to corrode
    • AdvisoryRust stains around o/s/r and n/s/r lower suspension arms bushes

  13. Pass70,088 miles (+1,610)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    70,088 miles
    Test number
    261911095682
    • AdvisoryCoil springs starting to corrode
    • AdvisoryN/s/f brake pads wearing low
    • AdvisoryN/s/f disc shows signs of overheating
    • AdvisorySlight imbalance on front brakes

  14. Pass68,478 miles (+2,248)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    68,478 miles
    Test number
    278218965185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass66,230 miles (+2,198)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    66,230 miles
    Test number
    947378644181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass64,032 miles (+3,827)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    64,032 miles
    Test number
    816630273156

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass60,205 miles (+54)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    60,205 miles
    Test number
    447982152178
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  18. Fail60,151 miles (+5,556)2 failures1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,151 miles
    Test number
    457965242169
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  19. Pass54,595 miles (+5,534)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    54,595 miles
    Test number
    255409331154

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass49,061 miles (+3,799)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    49,061 miles
    Test number
    423000440159
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  21. Pass45,262 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    45,262 miles
    Test number
    153691749102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail45,262 miles (+5,728)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,262 miles
    Test number
    234901649198
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

  23. Fail39,534 miles3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,534 miles
    Test number
    213199548121
    • Repaired at testCentre Rear Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  24. Pass39,534 miles (+5,949)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    39,534 miles
    Test number
    841249148108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass33,585 miles (+4,814)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    33,585 miles
    Test number
    484103557168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass28,771 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2007
    Odometer
    28,771 miles
    Test number
    251713546435

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y278 HTW

Does Y278 HTW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y278 HTW expired on 27 Jun 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y278 HTW?
The MOT on Y278 HTW expired on 27 Jun 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y278 HTW done?
Y278 HTW was recorded at 100,539 miles at its MOT on 30 May 2025, an average of 3,773 miles a year.
Has Y278 HTW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y278 HTW has failed 6 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 30 May 2025.
Has the mileage on Y278 HTW 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 Y278 HTW find?
Y278 HTW passed its latest MOT on 30 May 2025 with 6 advisories: nearside rear anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play; offside front tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords cut in tread; handbrake efficiency poor, and 3 more.

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