The road tax status for SM55 SXH is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for SM55 SXH?

The MOT for SM55 SXH is valid and due for renewal on or before 27 September 2023.

What is the recorded mileage of SM55 SXH?

The recorded mileage for SM55 SXH is 109,720 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is SM55 SXH ULEZ compliant?

No, SM55 SXH does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Official DVLA Record

2005 Honda Civic 1.6L Petrol · SM55 SXH

SM55 SXH

2005 Honda Civic (1.6L, petrol). First registered 28 Sept 2005. Recorded mileage 109,720 miles. MOT expired on 27 Sept 2023.

Make & Model: HONDA CIVIC
Year / Origin: 2005 · Edinburgh
Safety Recall: Unknown
MOT Status: Expired on 27 Sept 2023
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 109,720 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Likely ULEZ Compliant (Early Euro 4)
Fuel & Engine: Petrol · 1.6L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

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Year

2005

Engine

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SM55 SXH Key Findings

19 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 28/09/2022
109,720 miles recorded at latest MOT
4 historical MOT failures
13 defects noted at the latest MOT
Recurring brakes items (24 mentions)

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SM55 SXH MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 31 Oct 2026, 06:03

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19 MOT tests are recorded for this 2005 Honda Civic (SM55 SXH) between September 2008 and September 2022.

The record contains 15 passes and 4 failures.

The most recent test on 28 September 2022 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 4 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (24 issues), Suspension (17 issues), Lighting (12 issues), Tyres (12 issues), Steering (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 68 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: “Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))”; “Offside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer”; “Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))”.

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SM55 SXH Mileage History

17/09/200822,092 mi
24/09/200932,107 mi+10,015 mi
24/09/201039,468 mi+7,361 mi
26/09/201147,557 mi+8,089 mi
27/09/201255,858 mi+8,301 mi
18/09/201364,994 mi+9,136 mi
22/09/201473,181 mi+8,187 mi
22/09/201473,181 mi
22/09/201549,275 mi-23,906 mi
22/09/201549,275 mi
29/09/201683,232 mi+33,957 mi
27/09/201787,036 mi+3,804 mi
19/09/201891,701 mi+4,665 mi
27/09/201995,760 mi+4,059 mi
27/09/201995,760 mi
23/09/202099,974 mi+4,214 mi
13/09/2021104,177 mi+4,203 mi
27/09/2022109,720 mi+5,543 mi
28/09/2022109,720 mi

Average of roughly 6,247 miles per year across 19 recorded odometer readings.

Recorded mileage decreased between one or more tests — a potential clocking indicator worth verifying before purchase.

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ULEZ Compliant

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

/ 100 · Below Average

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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

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