2005 Honda Civic 2.0L Petrol · OV55 GHA
2005 Honda Civic (2.0L, petrol). First registered 01 Sept 2005. Recorded mileage 112,388 miles. MOT expired on 06 Mar 2024. Currently declared SORN.
- Make & Model
- HONDA CIVIC
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Oxford
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 06 Mar 2024
- Road Tax
- SORN
- Recorded Mileage
- 112,388 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Likely ULEZ Compliant (Early Euro 4)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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OV55 GHA Key Findings
- 2 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 07/03/2023
- 112,388 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
OV55 GHA MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
2 MOT tests are recorded for this 2005 Honda Civic (OV55 GHA) between November 2021 and March 2023.
The record contains 2 passes and 0 failures.
No failures or advisories appear anywhere in the recorded tests, so the documented MOT record is relatively clean.
OV55 GHA Mileage History
- 19/11/2021109,512 mi
- 07/03/2023112,388 mi+2,876 mi
Average of roughly 2,220 miles per year across 2 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
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Our Verdict
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When inspecting this 2.0L petrol Civic, focus on verifying the service history to supplement the clean MOT records. While the MOTs show no defects, they do not confirm regular oil changes or mechanical maintenance between tests. Check for any evidence of recent work on common wear items like tyres or exhaust systems, which are noted as top failure reasons for this model across the wider dataset.
Negotiate based on the fact that the vehicle has covered more mileage than the average 2005 model. Ensure you check the condition of the black paintwork for any signs of age-related oxidation or scratches, and verify that the 1998cc engine runs smoothly without undue noise, as MOT records only reflect safety and emissions compliance rather than overall mechanical refinement.
As a 2.0L petrol model, running costs will be higher than the smaller engine variants of the Civic. You should expect moderate fuel consumption typical of a non-hybrid 2005 petrol engine. Tax and insurance groups will depend on the specific trim level, but the 2.0L engine size generally places it in a mid-range bracket.
Maintenance costs for Hondas are typically predictable, but you should budget for consumables. Given the model aggregate data, keep an eye on tyre and exhaust replacement costs, as these are frequent failure points for the Civic across the UK.
Given the MOT history for this specific vehicle shows no defects in 2021 or 2023, your inspection should focus on items that may not have triggered a failure yet. Specifically, check the tread depth and condition of all tyres and the integrity of the exhaust system, as these are the most common failure points for this model type.
Additionally, inspect the headlamp clarity and alignment, as headlamp issues are a statistically significant reason for MOT failures in the Civic aggregate data. Finally, check the underside of the vehicle for any signs of corrosion, which is a standard precaution for a vehicle of this age.
This 2005 Honda Civic presents with 112,388 miles recorded at its last MOT in March 2023. Compared to the model aggregate average annual mileage of 6,591, this vehicle has been driven slightly more than the statistical norm for its age. However, the two most recent MOT tests in 2021 and 2023 both passed with no defects recorded, providing a clean recent paper trail.
The Honda Civic shows a 78.1% average MOT pass rate across 329,048 analysed vehicles, with common failures related to tyres, exhausts, and headlamps.
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