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AC08 DDL

2008 Honda Civic

Bronze Diesel 2204cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Oct 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

157,939 mi
Last recorded157,939 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Honda Civic78,524 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAC08 DDL
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year2008
ColourBronze
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,204cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2025 157,939 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2024 146,142 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre on 3mm

Both front tyres on 3mm

Fail 31 Oct 2024 146,142 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Both front tyres on 3mm

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre on 3mm

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 7 Mar 2023 140,337 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2023 140,337 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 Mar 2022 128,833 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 24 Mar 2022 128,832 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 30 Mar 2021 116,349 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Mar 2020 107,346 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 27 Mar 2019 94,869 miles

slight damage to n/s and wing trim missing

Pass 13 Mar 2018 85,660 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2017 78,619 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2016 70,810 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2015 64,590 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2014 58,574 miles

cuts to n.s.f tyre but no cords or ply visable

Pass 20 Mar 2013 51,323 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2012 31,751 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 6 Jan 2012 31,748 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2011 26,475 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Civic?

Based on 9,391,580 MOT tests across 693,715 vehicles.

73.7%
Pass Rate
6,044
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
693,715
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 307,913
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 187,316
Stop lamp not working 163,967
position lamp(s) not working 160,748
constant velocity joint gaiter split 132,914
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AC08 DDL is a 2008 Honda Civic in Bronze with a 2,204cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 2008 Honda Civic models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.7% with a typical mileage of 78,524 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda Civic fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 307,913 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AC08 DDL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Civic typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 18 years old, this Honda Civic is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AC08 DDL registered?

AC08 DDL is a 2008 Honda Civic, first registered on 29 March 2008.

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