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AY58 GXV

2008 Honda Civic

Red Petrol 1339cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Oct 2026
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

54,752 mi
Last recorded54,752 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Honda Civic78,524 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY58 GXV
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,339cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2025 54,752 miles

exhaust corroded + bracket loose

nearside front track rod end rubber perished + splitting

undertray damaged

Fail 15 Oct 2025 54,752 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

exhaust corroded + bracket loose

nearside front track rod end rubber perished + splitting

undertray damaged

Pass 21 Oct 2024 52,272 miles

both rear tyres perished

exhaust slightly corroded

Fail 21 Oct 2024 52,272 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

both rear tyres perished

exhaust slightly corroded

Pass 24 Oct 2023 48,797 miles

rear discs corroded

Fail 24 Oct 2023 48,797 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

rear discs corroded

Pass 3 Oct 2022 44,929 miles

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

Pass 6 Oct 2021 41,167 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Centre section (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust mounting defective Centre mount (6.1.2 (a))

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 6 Oct 2020 37,828 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer (6.1.2 (a))

Central Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge & perished (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 6 Oct 2020 37,828 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer (6.1.2 (a))

Central Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge & perished (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Passenger's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.6 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 4 Oct 2019 34,136 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2019 34,136 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 8 Oct 2018 31,144 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2017 27,405 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2017 27,405 miles

Nearside Side repeater has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Side repeater has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 7 Oct 2016 25,320 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2015 21,947 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2014 19,249 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2013 16,250 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2012 12,500 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2011 9,659 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2011 9,659 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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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AY58 GXV is a 2008 Honda Civic in Red with a 1,339cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AY58 GXV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AY58 GXV registered?

AY58 GXV is a 2008 Honda Civic, first registered on 10 November 2008.

Is AY58 GXV safe to buy?

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