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B16 EKU

1996 Honda Civic

Black Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Mar 2027
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

234,349 mi
Last recorded234,349 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2026
Typical for 1996 Honda Civic89,479 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB16 EKU
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 11 Mar 2026 234,349 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2025 232,004 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2023 217,077 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2022 214,831 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2021 208,268 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Civic?

Based on 9,391,580 MOT tests across 693,715 vehicles.

73.7%
Pass Rate
6,044
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
693,715
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 307,913
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 187,316
Stop lamp not working 163,967
position lamp(s) not working 160,748
constant velocity joint gaiter split 132,914
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B16 EKU is a 1996 Honda Civic in Black with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1996 Honda Civic models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.2% with a typical mileage of 89,479 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda Civic fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 307,913 recorded failures. If you're considering buying B16 EKU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Civic typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 30 years old, this Honda Civic is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was B16 EKU registered?

B16 EKU is a 1996 Honda Civic, first registered on 8 December 1996.

Is B16 EKU safe to buy?

The MOT history for B16 EKU shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does B16 EKU have outstanding finance?

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