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HONDA CIVIC2017 · 1.0L Petrol

JB51 BAS

Vehicle Insight Summary

2017 HONDA CIVIC — Petrol, 988cc. This vehicle has 29,539 miles on record. MOT status: no valid MOT. Tax: not taxed. Review the complete history and specs.

MOT
Expired
Expires 30/01/2026
Tax
No data
Fuel
Petrol
Year
2017
Engine
988cc
Expert AI · Mechanic's Insight
The 2017 Honda Civic demonstrates stable roadworthiness, with all MOT tests passing without defects. The most recent 2025-01-31 assessment at 29,539 miles confirmed no issues, aligning with prior results from 2023, 2022, 2021, and 2020. No recurring faults or structural concerns were flagged across the five consecutive tests, indicating consistent maintenance. The vehicle’s low annual mileage of ~3,282 miles suggests infrequent use, which may preserve mechanical components but could also imply periods of inactivity, potentially affecting rubber seals or fluid systems. The mileage progression shows gradual accumulation, with intervals between tests ranging from 10 to 14 months. From 8,163 miles in 2020 to 29,539 in 2025, the car gained 21,376 miles over five years, reflecting minimal wear. However, the longest gap between tests—14 months from 2021-03-03 (9,024 miles) to 2022-03-08 (10,615 miles)—may have allowed minor issues to develop undetected. The absence of advisories or failures in this period suggests the owner prioritized compliance, though the sparse data limits insight into non-MOT-related maintenance. A buyer should verify suspension components, particularly bushes and coil springs, which may degrade during prolonged inactivity. Inspect brake discs for uneven wear, as low mileage can mask caliper binding or piston corrosion. Check exhaust emissions and catalytic converter function, as infrequent use might lead to carbon buildup. While the MOT history shows no critical faults, the vehicle’s age and mileage pattern warrant a thorough pre-purchase inspection to confirm no hidden issues persist beyond the recorded tests.

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63
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✓ Exceptional MOT pass rate (100%)
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Full MOT History

Live data last synced with DVSA: Apr 15, 2026, 04:56 PM
Expert AI · Mechanic's Insight
The 2017 Honda Civic demonstrates stable roadworthiness, with all MOT tests passing without defects. The most recent 2025-01-31 assessment at 29,539 miles confirmed no issues, aligning with prior results from 2023, 2022, 2021, and 2020. No recurring faults or structural concerns were flagged across the five consecutive tests, indicating consistent maintenance. The vehicle’s low annual mileage of ~3,282 miles suggests infrequent use, which may preserve mechanical components but could also imply periods of inactivity, potentially affecting rubber seals or fluid systems. The mileage progression shows gradual accumulation, with intervals between tests ranging from 10 to 14 months. From 8,163 miles in 2020 to 29,539 in 2025, the car gained 21,376 miles over five years, reflecting minimal wear. However, the longest gap between tests—14 months from 2021-03-03 (9,024 miles) to 2022-03-08 (10,615 miles)—may have allowed minor issues to develop undetected. The absence of advisories or failures in this period suggests the owner prioritized compliance, though the sparse data limits insight into non-MOT-related maintenance. A buyer should verify suspension components, particularly bushes and coil springs, which may degrade during prolonged inactivity. Inspect brake discs for uneven wear, as low mileage can mask caliper binding or piston corrosion. Check exhaust emissions and catalytic converter function, as infrequent use might lead to carbon buildup. While the MOT history shows no critical faults, the vehicle’s age and mileage pattern warrant a thorough pre-purchase inspection to confirm no hidden issues persist beyond the recorded tests.

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AI Analysis · MOT Narrative

Checking the history for this 2017 Honda Civic (JB51 BAS), we found 5 MOT results in the period of March 2020 to January 2025.

With 5 passes and 0 failures, the lifetime MOT pass rate stands at 100%. This consistent performance at MOT centers suggests this vehicle has been kept in good order.

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