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S480 ETV

1999 Honda Civic Aerodeck

Red Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Feb 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

90,628 mi
Last recorded90,628 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2017
Typical for 1999 Honda Civic Aerodeck88,566 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS480 ETV
MakeHonda
ModelCivic Aerodeck
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2017 90,628 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Floor (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

os and ns inner and outer sills rusty

Pass 20 Feb 2016 88,258 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules all (3.6.B.4e)

Front coil spring corroded both sides (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (2.4.G.2)

has slight play in steering rack inner joints

under body front floor area has slight surface rust

Pass 21 Feb 2015 85,697 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

nearside and offside front floor area slightly corroded

Pass 26 Feb 2014 82,584 miles

Nearside Rear Trailing arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 26 Jan 2013 78,405 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2013 78,405 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

sills covers fitted

Centre Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

o/s front brakediscs backplate corroded

Pass 19 Jan 2012 73,495 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2011 66,349 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2010 59,833 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2009 49,030 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2009 49,030 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 8 Jan 2008 45,608 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Jan 2007 44,281 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2006 42,602 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Civic Aerodeck?

Based on 54,884 MOT tests across 4,141 vehicles.

67.5%
Pass Rate
6,121
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
4,141
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

constant velocity joint gaiter split 2,938
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,806
Stop lamp not working 2,212
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 2,211
brake binding 2,001
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S480 ETV is a 1999 Honda Civic Aerodeck in Red with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1999 Honda Civic Aerodeck models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.3% with a typical mileage of 88,566 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda Civic Aerodeck fails its MOT is constant velocity joint gaiter split, accounting for 2,938 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S480 ETV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Civic Aerodeck typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 27 years old, this Honda Civic Aerodeck is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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S480 ETV is a 1999 Honda Civic Aerodeck, first registered on 10 February 1999.

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