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BD08 TVL

2008 Honda Civic

Black Petrol 1799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2020
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

179,121 mi
Last recorded179,121 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2019
Typical for 2008 Honda Civic78,524 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD08 TVL
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,799cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2019 179,121 miles

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

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

ubcc

Pass 27 Oct 2017 168,305 miles

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

engine covers + under tray fitted

Pass 5 Oct 2016 162,598 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

unable to fully inspect outer sills due to covers being fitted

under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of underside components

underside of vehicle has general surface corrosion

Pass 16 Oct 2015 139,359 miles

unable to fully inspect outer sills due to covers being fitted

under trays fitted not allowing inspection of underside components

Pass 21 Oct 2014 113,208 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 21 Oct 2014 113,207 miles

Nearside Side repeater excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Oct 2013 86,012 miles

n/s/f tyre inner edge worn

o/s/f tyre inner edge worn

Pass 13 Oct 2012 56,537 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2012 56,537 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 25 Oct 2011 29,340 miles
Pass 31 May 2011 29,296 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

n/s/f tyre worn to 3mm.

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 TVL is a 2008 Honda Civic in Black with a 1,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 TVL, 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 TVL registered?

BD08 TVL is a 2008 Honda Civic, first registered on 31 May 2008.

Is BD08 TVL safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD08 TVL shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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