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HONDA CIVIC2006 · 1.3L PETROL

YP56 ABU

Vehicle Insight Summary

2006 HONDA CIVIC — PETROL, 1339cc. This vehicle has 122,558 miles on record. MOT status: no valid MOT. Tax: not taxed. Review the complete history and specs.

MOT
Expired
Expires 04/10/2024
Tax
SORN
Statutory Off Road Notification
Fuel
PETROL
Year
2006
Engine
1339cc
Expert AI · Mechanic's Insight
The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness status based on the most recent MOT data. The final test conducted on 3 October 2023 at 122,558 miles resulted in a pass with no recorded defects, indicating that the car met minimum safety standards at that time. While the history shows failures in 2022 and 2023, the immediate passes following those failures suggest that any identified issues were addressed promptly by the owner to maintain road legality. The mileage pattern is consistent with a low-use vehicle of this age, averaging approximately 6,100 miles per year. Between September 2021 and October 2023, the car covered 14,463 miles, representing a steady usage profile rather than long periods of neglect or rapid accumulation. This low annual mileage generally reduces wear on the drivetrain and engine components, though it increases the likelihood of age-related rubber degradation and fluid breakdown. Since the last test was over two and a half years ago, the vehicle is currently overdue for an MOT inspection, which should be the priority for determining current mechanical condition. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the structural integrity of the chassis and sills, as older Honda Civics are prone to corrosion in specific mounting areas. Although the digital record shows no recurring mechanical advisories, the age of the vehicle necessitates a close look at suspension bushes and coil springs for fatigue or cracking. Given the time elapsed since the last test, verify the brake system for seized calipers or perished hoses, as low-mileage vehicles often suffer from surface rust on components that are not used frequently.

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45
/ 100 · Below Average

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✗ MOT Expired or Failed
! Tax Status Unknown
! Average MOT pass rate (60%)
! Older vehicle
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Full MOT History

MOT data last updated: 6/22/2026, 3:06:59 PM

Expert AI · Mechanic's Insight
The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness status based on the most recent MOT data. The final test conducted on 3 October 2023 at 122,558 miles resulted in a pass with no recorded defects, indicating that the car met minimum safety standards at that time. While the history shows failures in 2022 and 2023, the immediate passes following those failures suggest that any identified issues were addressed promptly by the owner to maintain road legality. The mileage pattern is consistent with a low-use vehicle of this age, averaging approximately 6,100 miles per year. Between September 2021 and October 2023, the car covered 14,463 miles, representing a steady usage profile rather than long periods of neglect or rapid accumulation. This low annual mileage generally reduces wear on the drivetrain and engine components, though it increases the likelihood of age-related rubber degradation and fluid breakdown. Since the last test was over two and a half years ago, the vehicle is currently overdue for an MOT inspection, which should be the priority for determining current mechanical condition. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the structural integrity of the chassis and sills, as older Honda Civics are prone to corrosion in specific mounting areas. Although the digital record shows no recurring mechanical advisories, the age of the vehicle necessitates a close look at suspension bushes and coil springs for fatigue or cracking. Given the time elapsed since the last test, verify the brake system for seized calipers or perished hoses, as low-mileage vehicles often suffer from surface rust on components that are not used frequently.

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AI Analysis · MOT Narrative

This 2006 Honda Civic (YP56 ABU) has a recorded MOT history spanning from September 2021 to October 2023, with 5 MOT tests on record.

The vehicle has achieved an overall 60% pass rate, with 3 passes and 2 failures recorded. While not perfect, the history shows a relatively typical pattern of MOT passes and fails.

The most commonly flagged areas across all MOT tests are: Brakes (3 issues), Suspension (2 issues), Lighting (2 issues), Windscreen (1 issue). These areas are worth paying attention to when inspecting this vehicle.

There are 3 advisory notices in the MOT history. Advisories are not failures but indicate areas that may need attention in the future.

A total of 7 failure items have been recorded across all tests. Recent failure items include: “Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))”; “Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))”; “Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”.

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