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AC08 XEV

2008 Honda Civic

Black Diesel 2204cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Sep 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

118,193 mi
Last recorded118,193 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2026
Typical for 2008 Honda Civic78,524 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Fail 5 Aug 2026 118,193 miles

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

Nearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Obligatory mirror does not provide a view to the rear (3.3 (c))

Offside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Aug 2025 114,249 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2024 110,174 miles

Nearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Aug 2023 105,364 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2022 100,848 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

engine covers and under trays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 3 Sep 2021 96,072 miles

Engine covers or under trays obscuring some components

Fail 3 Sep 2021 96,058 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Engine covers or under trays obscuring some components

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing **DANGEROUS** (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 26 Aug 2020 93,725 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 23 Aug 2019 90,389 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 15 Aug 2018 82,693 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

engine covers and under trays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 2 Sep 2017 773,774 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 1 Aug 2016 70,330 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2015 63,001 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2014 53,478 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Aug 2013 45,572 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2013 43,404 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 16 Apr 2012 35,809 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2011 26,546 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 XEV is a 2008 Honda Civic in Black with a 2,204cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 XEV, 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 XEV registered?

AC08 XEV is a 2008 Honda Civic, first registered on 12 May 2008.

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