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BJ08 LXP

2008 Honda Civic

Silver Diesel 2204cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2018
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

164,519 mi
Last recorded164,519 miles
Recorded on21 Dec 2017
Typical for 2008 Honda Civic78,524 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ08 LXP
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,204cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Dec 2017 164,519 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 225/45/17 (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak ()

Fail 19 Dec 2017 164,492 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 225/45/17 (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak ()

Pass 28 Aug 2016 152,407 miles

Exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Pass 21 Sep 2015 145,702 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2014 138,163 miles

2 front tyre getting low on legal limit

Fail 4 Aug 2014 138,163 miles

2 front tyre getting low on legal limit

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

Fail 31 Jul 2013 120,003 miles

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

Pass 31 Jul 2013 120,003 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2012 101,533 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2011 80,168 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2011 80,168 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Jul 2010 62,252 miles

rear tyres slight distortion on inner edge

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 LXP is a 2008 Honda Civic in Silver with a 2,204cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 LXP, 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 LXP registered?

BJ08 LXP is a 2008 Honda Civic, first registered on 27 March 2008.

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The MOT history for BJ08 LXP shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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