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BD08 FWS

2008 Honda Civic

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 May 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

125,761 mi
Last recorded125,761 miles
Recorded on7 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Honda Civic78,524 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD08 FWS
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 May 2026 125,761 miles

Oil level low

Under Trays fitted so unable to inspect some items.

Pass 13 May 2025 117,543 miles
Pass 14 May 2024 104,785 miles
Pass 10 May 2023 88,811 miles

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

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

Pass 24 May 2022 71,738 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2021 68,998 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2021 68,998 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Jun 2020 64,940 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2020 64,939 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Pass 7 May 2019 60,630 miles
Pass 3 May 2018 56,758 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 5 May 2017 52,927 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 48,264 miles
Pass 5 May 2015 41,889 miles
Pass 7 May 2014 36,742 miles

rear tyres tread is cracking

Pass 1 May 2013 31,682 miles

wiper blades poor condition

Pass 2 May 2012 27,490 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2011 23,075 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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BD08 FWS is a 2008 Honda Civic in Red with a 1,998cc petrol 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 BD08 FWS, 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 BD08 FWS registered?

BD08 FWS is a 2008 Honda Civic, first registered on 8 May 2008.

Is BD08 FWS safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD08 FWS 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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