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BJ08 UPN

2008 Honda Civic

Grey Diesel 2204cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Feb 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

150,368 mi
Last recorded150,368 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Honda Civic78,524 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ08 UPN
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,204cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2026 150,368 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front & rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

sill covers fitted.

Fail 28 Feb 2026 150,368 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front & rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

sill covers fitted.

Pass 27 Feb 2025 139,563 miles

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

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Feb 2024 128,490 miles

Undertrays fitted

Fail 26 Feb 2024 128,487 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Undertrays fitted

Pass 31 Mar 2023 121,687 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 29 Mar 2022 112,666 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 19 Mar 2021 107,939 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2020 106,504 miles

O/S/F Anti roll bar drop link upper dust cover damaged.

O/S/F Anti roll bar drop link worn.

Under trays fitted obscuring some testable items.

Pass 30 Mar 2019 95,226 miles

O/S/F Anti roll bar drop link upper dust cover split.

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

Under trays fitted obscuring some testable items.

Fail 23 Mar 2019 94,929 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Outer side wall. (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

O/S/F Anti roll bar drop link upper dust cover split.

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

Under trays fitted obscuring some testable items.

Pass 22 Mar 2018 81,257 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn inner edge (4.1.E.1)

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

Fail 22 Mar 2018 81,257 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn inner edge (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Pass 13 Mar 2017 74,063 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2016 65,619 miles

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

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

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

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

undertrays fitted

Pass 25 Mar 2015 59,096 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2014 51,268 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2013 41,910 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2012 32,262 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2011 23,839 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 UPN is a 2008 Honda Civic in Grey with a 2,204cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 UPN, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BJ08 UPN registered?

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

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