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AC08 XCZ

2008 Honda Civic

Black Diesel 2204cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jan 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

213,938 mi
Last recorded213,938 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Honda Civic78,524 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAC08 XCZ
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,204cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2025 213,938 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Rear Axle Corroded

Pass 6 Jan 2025 201,972 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive around axle mountings both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))

rear axle corroded

Pass 4 Jan 2024 190,483 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 9 Jan 2023 179,296 miles

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 21 Dec 2021 168,124 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2020 155,038 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 27 Jun 2019 136,469 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2018 116,817 miles

Offside Rear Tyre Is Pershing

Pass 8 Jul 2017 107,374 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2016 102,860 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2016 102,860 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 15 Jul 2015 88,348 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2014 68,204 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2013 51,092 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 12 Jun 2012 34,416 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2011 28,887 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 XCZ is a 2008 Honda Civic in Black with a 2,204cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 XCZ, 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 XCZ registered?

AC08 XCZ is a 2008 Honda Civic, first registered on 1 July 2008.

Is AC08 XCZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AC08 XCZ shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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