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2005 Honda Civic 2.0L Petrol · 3 RHB

3 RHB

2005 Honda Civic (2.0L, petrol). First registered 01 Mar 2005. Recorded mileage 111,699 miles. MOT valid until 19 Jul 2027. Taxed until 01 Apr 2027.

Make & Model
HONDA CIVIC
Year / Origin
2005
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 19 Jul 2027
Road Tax
Taxed (01 Apr 2027)
Recorded Mileage
111,699 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Likely ULEZ Compliant (Early Euro 4)
Fuel & Engine
PETROL · 2.0L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 19 Jul 2027
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01 Apr 2027
Fuel Type
PETROL
Year
2005
Engine
1998cc
Mechanical Assessment

AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

The vehicle passed its most recent MOT on 21 July 2026, but the inspection history indicates a worsening trend regarding structural corrosion. While the 2023 test showed no defects, subsequent inspections have flagged increasing issues with the vehicle's underside. The 2024 failure due to a major exhaust leak was followed by advisories for corroded brake pipes, and the most recent 2026 report lists multiple advisories for corrosion on the rear sub-frame, rear bumper mountings, and both nearside and offside rear upper suspension component mountings. The recorded mileage of 111,699 miles suggests a low annual average of approximately 5,319 miles over the vehicle's 21-year lifespan. The data shows a consistent testing pattern with annual inspections, though the mileage between the 2023 and 2026 tests is not explicitly detailed in the provided records. The low mileage does not appear to have prevented the progression of oxidation on the chassis and suspension mounting areas. A prospective buyer should conduct a thorough physical inspection of the vehicle's structural integrity, specifically focusing on the sills, sub-frame, and suspension mounting points. The recurring advisories regarding corrosion in the rear upper suspension areas and the rear sub-frame suggest that while the corrosion was not deemed serious enough to fail the test in 2026, the metal is degrading. The mention of the underside being heavily undersealed in 2025 may also obscure the true extent of the oxidation on the chassis. Attention must also be paid to the braking system and exhaust. The 2024 failure for a major exhaust leak and the 2024 advisory for corroded rear brake pipes indicate that these components have been subject to significant environmental wear. Although the exhaust leak was addressed to achieve the 2025 pass, the continued presence of corroded brake pipes and the widespread advisories for various mounting points suggest a vehicle with significant surface and structural oxidation. buying_score: 42 risk_level: High.

3 RHB Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 21/07/2026
  • 111,699 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • 11 defects noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring suspension items (7 mentions)

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
85
/ 100 · Good
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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✓ Taxed
✓ Good MOT pass rate (80%)
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3 RHB Mileage History

  1. 20/04/202399,590 mi
  2. 04/04/2024104,245 mi+4,655 mi
  3. 09/07/2024104,487 mi+242 mi
  4. 16/07/2025108,946 mi+4,459 mi
  5. 21/07/2026111,699 mi+2,753 mi

Average of roughly 3,724 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

3 RHB MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 30 Aug 2026, 15:53
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2005 Honda Civic (3 RHB) between April 2023 and July 2026.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 21 July 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (7 issues), Bodywork (5 issues), Tyres (3 issues), Brakes (2 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 23 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))”; “Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))”.

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