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BF08 MDU

2008 Honda Civic

Black Diesel 2204cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2024
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

144,525 mi
Last recorded144,525 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2023
Typical for 2008 Honda Civic78,524 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF08 MDU
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,204cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2023 144,525 miles

Child seats fitted to both rear outer seats, not allowing full inspection of an adult seat belt

Fuel filler cap seal is perished.

Near side rear sill slightly corroded.

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 24 Feb 2023 144,318 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp lens seriously defective Flickers (4.2.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Inner Position lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Child seats fitted to both rear outer seats, not allowing full inspection of an adult seat belt

Fuel filler cap seal is perished.

Near side rear sill slightly corroded.

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Feb 2022 122,506 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Rear Exhaust joint corroded

Fail 19 Feb 2022 122,466 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Rear Exhaust joint corroded

Pass 25 Feb 2021 111,885 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2021 111,885 miles

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

Pass 3 Feb 2020 109,937 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outside edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Feb 2019 107,857 miles

Front Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view both front door windows (3.2 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Feb 2018 105,681 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2017 103,632 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2016 101,309 miles

advise battery clamp was loose rectified problem

advise n/s rear numberplate lamp flashes while holding constant light

advise very minor noise from steering rack monitor

Pass 20 Feb 2015 98,728 miles

Front suspension has slight play in a pin or bush of an lower wishbone inner bearing (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 14 Feb 2014 92,628 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2014 92,628 miles

Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 6 Mar 2013 84,829 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2013 84,829 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 9 Feb 2012 75,519 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2011 70,843 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2011 70,843 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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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BF08 MDU is a 2008 Honda Civic in Black with a 2,204cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 BF08 MDU, 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 BF08 MDU registered?

BF08 MDU is a 2008 Honda Civic, first registered on 14 March 2008.

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