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AX08 HXU

2008 Honda Civic

Silver Petrol 1799cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jul 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

150,835 mi
Last recorded150,835 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Honda Civic78,524 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX08 HXU
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,799cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2026 150,835 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output n/s + o/s (4.1.4 (b))

Front Lower n/s + o/s ball joint dust cover showing signs of deterioration

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

Fail 25 Jun 2026 150,598 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output n/s + o/s (4.1.4 (b))

Front Lower n/s + o/s ball joint dust cover showing signs of deterioration

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Offside Headlamp aim too low adjusted @ time of test (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing n/s + o/s in tread groves (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear both tyre have abnormal wear, o/s tyre blistering on inner edge

Pass 30 Jun 2025 136,944 miles

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

handbrake near reserve travel

Fail 19 Jun 2025 136,317 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Headlamp aim too high adjusted both side @ time of test (4.1.2 (a))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

handbrake near reserve travel

Pass 1 Jul 2024 122,298 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play drop link (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Jul 2023 107,801 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2023 107,548 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 Jun 2022 90,326 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2021 80,148 miles
Fail 25 May 2021 80,146 miles

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Jul 2020 76,500 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2019 72,831 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2018 54,682 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2017 48,737 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2016 39,291 miles
Pass 20 May 2015 31,097 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 May 2014 20,934 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2013 13,541 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2012 11,479 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2011 9,039 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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AX08 HXU is a 2008 Honda Civic in Silver with a 1,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 HXU, 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 HXU registered?

AX08 HXU is a 2008 Honda Civic, first registered on 17 July 2008.

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