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BJ08 JPY

2008 Honda Civic

Blue Petrol 1799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2025
Tests22 (14 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

80,265 mi
Last recorded80,265 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2024
Typical for 2008 Honda Civic78,524 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ08 JPY
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,799cc

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MOT History

14 pass 8 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2024 80,265 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 22 Nov 2024 80,162 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 22 Nov 2023 74,617 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Dec 2022 67,832 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2022 67,832 miles

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

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

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

Pass 1 Dec 2021 63,462 miles

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 1 Dec 2021 63,462 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

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

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 5 Dec 2020 60,950 miles

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

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

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both (0.1 (b))

Fail 5 Dec 2020 60,950 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both (0.1 (b))

Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Nov 2019 54,503 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Fail 23 Nov 2019 54,503 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 7 Dec 2018 45,845 miles

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

Fail 7 Dec 2018 45,845 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Nov 2017 40,469 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2017 40,469 miles

Central Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively BOTH SIDES (8.2.2)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 28 Nov 2016 31,741 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin BRAKE PADS (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush APPLIANCE BUSH (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush APPLIANCE BUSH (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 28 Nov 2016 31,741 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin BRAKE PADS (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush APPLIANCE BUSH (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage BUMPER (6.1.C.1)

Offside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush APPLIANCE BUSH (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 28 Nov 2015 21,983 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2014 14,561 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nail in nearside front tyre

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 Nov 2013 8,511 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2012 5,564 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2011 3,961 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 JPY is a 2008 Honda Civic in Blue with a 1,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 JPY, 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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BJ08 JPY is a 2008 Honda Civic, first registered on 26 March 2008.

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