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BJ08 KGA

2008 Honda Civic

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Dec 2026
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

129,466 mi
Last recorded129,466 miles
Recorded on29 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Honda Civic78,524 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ08 KGA
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Dec 2025 129,466 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

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

Fail 24 Dec 2025 129,400 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

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

Pass 21 Dec 2024 121,522 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

vehicle under sealed

Pass 27 Dec 2023 120,107 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Dec 2022 118,623 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2022 118,623 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 29 Dec 2021 113,075 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2021 111,282 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2021 111,282 miles

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

Pass 15 Aug 2020 108,926 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Aug 2019 104,267 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2019 104,267 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 25 Aug 2018 97,701 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2017 89,841 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2016 82,051 miles

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

Fail 19 Aug 2016 82,051 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Aug 2015 73,710 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2014 66,950 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2013 56,645 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2012 46,356 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2011 37,507 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 KGA is a 2008 Honda Civic in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 BJ08 KGA, 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 KGA registered?

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

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The MOT history for BJ08 KGA shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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