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BJ08 VBN

2008 Honda Civic

Blue Petrol 1339cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jan 2027
Tests24 (15 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

162,230 mi
Last recorded162,230 miles
Recorded on29 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Honda Civic78,524 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ08 VBN
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,339cc

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MOT History

15 pass 9 fail
Pass 29 Dec 2025 162,230 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Jan 2025 150,588 miles

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

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

Fail 3 Jan 2025 150,588 miles

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

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

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

Pass 6 Jan 2024 137,753 miles

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

Fail 6 Jan 2024 137,753 miles

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

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

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Jan 2023 123,588 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively Front & Rear (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 6 Jan 2022 113,519 miles

Nearside Front body work has slight damage but no corrosion or sharp edges

Nearside Rear tyre slightly out of shape on inner edge

Fail 6 Jan 2022 113,516 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged glass missing (3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear tyre slightly out of shape on inner edge

Pass 9 Oct 2020 94,219 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2020 94,218 miles

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

Pass 19 Mar 2019 63,972 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2019 63,972 miles

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

Nearside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Apr 2018 60,680 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2018 60,680 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Rear registration plate faded (6.3.1d)

Pass 3 Apr 2017 53,400 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2016 44,602 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2015 35,198 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 17 Feb 2015 35,196 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 12 Feb 2014 25,898 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2014 25,896 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

offside front tyre wearing low inner edge

offside rear tyre has splits inner sidewall not exposing ply or cords at time of test

Pass 13 Feb 2013 17,567 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nearside front tyre outer sidewall poor condition

Pass 26 Jan 2012 12,105 miles

both front wipers split on ends

side wall damage to nsf tyre

Fail 15 Mar 2011 8,875 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 15 Mar 2011 8,875 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 VBN is a 2008 Honda Civic in Blue with a 1,339cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 VBN, 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 VBN registered?

BJ08 VBN is a 2008 Honda Civic, first registered on 9 May 2008.

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