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AX08 GHU

2008 Honda Civic

Grey Petrol 1799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

75,400 mi
Last recorded75,400 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2025
Typical for 2008 Honda Civic78,524 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX08 GHU
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,799cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2025 75,400 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2024 64,673 miles
Pass 24 May 2023 63,195 miles

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

Pass 25 May 2022 61,955 miles
Fail 25 May 2022 61,955 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both front (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 11 Jun 2021 60,832 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm and perished (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 22 Jun 2020 59,724 miles

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

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

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Fail 22 Jun 2020 59,722 miles

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick both fronts (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 6 Jun 2019 57,515 miles

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

Rear both rear tyres 3mm and slightly perished

Pass 7 Jun 2018 55,284 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 6 Jun 2018 55,277 miles

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

Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Jun 2017 53,346 miles

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

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

both front brake discs lipped

Pass 1 Jun 2016 51,266 miles

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

engine oil level low

Pass 4 Jun 2015 50,068 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 Jun 2014 48,202 miles

Deep cut in osr tyre but cords not visible.

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 3 Jun 2013 43,956 miles

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

Pass 6 Jun 2012 34,187 miles

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

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

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

Pass 13 Jun 2011 24,279 miles

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

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

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

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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AX08 GHU is a 2008 Honda Civic in Grey with a 1,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 AX08 GHU, 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 AX08 GHU registered?

AX08 GHU is a 2008 Honda Civic, first registered on 28 June 2008.

Is AX08 GHU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AX08 GHU shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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