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2013 Honda Civic 1.3L Petrol · LM13 XSA

LM13 XSA

2013 Honda Civic (1.3L, petrol). First registered 01 May 2013. Recorded mileage 75,138 miles. MOT valid until 30 Nov 2026. Taxed until 01 Jan 2027.

Make & Model
HONDA CIVIC
Year / Origin
2013 · Wimbledon (South London)
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 30 Nov 2026
Road Tax
Taxed (01 Jan 2027)
Recorded Mileage
75,138 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
PETROL · 1.3L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 30 Nov 2026
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01 Jan 2027
Fuel Type
PETROL
Year
2013
Engine
1339cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The vehicle presents a high level of roadworthiness with a stable maintenance trend. The most recent inspection conducted in November 2025 at 75,138 miles resulted in a pass with zero defects, indicating that the car currently meets all minimum safety and emission standards. This follows a consistent history of clean passes over the last five years, suggesting that the owner has addressed necessary issues before they escalated. The mileage profile is notably low for a thirteen-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 5,800 miles per year. Between November 2021 and November 2025, the car covered 22,099 miles, showing a steady usage pattern of roughly 5,500 miles annually. This consistent low mileage typically results in less wear on the drivetrain and suspension components, though low-mileage cars can occasionally suffer from dry-rotted rubber or brake corrosion if the vehicle has sat stationary for extended periods. A buyer should pay specific attention to the notchy steering noted during the November 2023 test at 63,760 miles. While the subsequent tests recorded no further faults, a physical inspection is required to check the steering column, power steering fluid, and front suspension joints to ensure the issue was fully resolved. Given the age of the Honda, the inspector should also check for structural integrity on the sills and wheel arches, as age-related corrosion can occur regardless of the low mileage driven.
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LM13 XSA Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 20/11/2025
  • 75,138 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT

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LM13 XSA MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 13 Jun 2026, 14:12
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 2013 Honda Civic (LM13 XSA) between November 2021 and November 2025.

The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.

The record shows no MOT failures, although 1 advisory notice notes an item to monitor.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 1 advisory notice is 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.

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ADVISORY

LM13 XSA Mileage History

  1. 17/11/202153,039 mi
  2. 14/11/202258,153 mi+5,114 mi
  3. 21/11/202363,760 mi+5,607 mi
  4. 15/11/202469,517 mi+5,757 mi
  5. 20/11/202575,138 mi+5,621 mi

Average of roughly 5,513 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

ULEZ Compliant

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
90
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MOT Roadworthiness: Excellent

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