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BJ08 DNV

2008 Honda Civic

Grey Petrol 1799cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Feb 2027
Tests28 (16 pass, 12 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

185,631 mi
Last recorded185,631 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Honda Civic78,524 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ08 DNV
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,799cc

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MOT History

16 pass 12 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2026 185,631 miles

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Jan 2025 172,704 miles

Front Headlamp has less than 1/2 LEDs not functioning both side (4.1.1 (a) (i))

Fail 20 Jan 2025 172,704 miles

Front Headlamp has less than 1/2 LEDs not functioning both side (4.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Feb 2024 160,123 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2024 160,123 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 27 Jan 2023 148,245 miles

Nearside front wheel arch loose

Fail 27 Jan 2023 148,245 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside front wheel arch loose

Pass 2 Feb 2022 139,340 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2022 139,340 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Jan 2021 127,122 miles

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

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

Fail 23 Jan 2021 127,122 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision worn smooth (1.1.2 (c))

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

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

Pass 25 Jan 2020 122,415 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2020 122,415 miles

Boot lid insecure (6.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 12 Jan 2019 109,898 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2018 101,487 miles

Nearside Front Tyre Cut on side wall

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 1 Feb 2018 101,312 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Nearside Front Tyre Cut on side wall

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 31 Jan 2017 90,096 miles

Nearside Front Tyre cut on side wall

Fail 31 Jan 2017 90,096 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front Tyre cut on side wall

Offside Rear Tyre side wall damage

Pass 6 Feb 2016 84,257 miles

Offside Rear tyre sidewall scuffed

Fail 6 Feb 2016 84,257 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear tyre sidewall scuffed

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

Pass 31 Jan 2015 79,142 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2015 79,142 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 1 Feb 2014 64,915 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2014 64,915 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 2 Feb 2013 49,681 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2012 34,470 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2011 23,838 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 11 Mar 2011 23,838 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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BJ08 DNV is a 2008 Honda Civic in Grey with a 1,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 BJ08 DNV, 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 BJ08 DNV registered?

BJ08 DNV is a 2008 Honda Civic, first registered on 28 March 2008.

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