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AC08 XFE

2008 Honda Civic

Red Diesel 2204cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Jan 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

114,287 mi
Last recorded114,287 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Honda Civic78,524 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAC08 XFE
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,204cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2026 114,287 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/35/zr/19 (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front tyre on 2mm tread

Pass 16 Dec 2024 111,090 miles

under tray in poor condicton

Pass 15 Dec 2023 104,567 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2022 100,053 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2022 100,053 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 14 Jan 2022 88,048 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2020 68,194 miles
Pass 10 May 2019 49,967 miles

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

Pass 9 May 2018 46,957 miles
Pass 18 May 2017 45,073 miles
Pass 14 May 2016 42,793 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm cracking to low edge tread (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm low inner edge cracking to tread (4.1.E.1)

Pass 12 May 2015 39,325 miles
Pass 22 May 2014 36,142 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Apr 2013 31,514 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 12 Apr 2013 31,514 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Apr 2012 27,756 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2011 27,709 miles

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

Pass 30 Oct 2010 20,054 miles

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

Rear brake discs worn/corroded

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 XFE is a 2008 Honda Civic in Red 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 XFE, 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 XFE registered?

AC08 XFE is a 2008 Honda Civic, first registered on 22 May 2008.

Is AC08 XFE safe to buy?

The MOT history for AC08 XFE shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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