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BJ08 VBY

2008 Honda Civic

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jan 2027
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

101,448 mi
Last recorded101,448 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Honda Civic78,524 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2026 101,448 miles

Nearside Front inner brake pad backing plate not located correctly

Fail 20 Jan 2026 101,448 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested due to poorly fitted front brakes (1.2.1 (g))

Offside Front Hydraulic brake calliper inadequately mounted calliper carrier bolts left loose (1.1.16 (c) (i))

Nearside Front inner brake pad backing plate not located correctly

Pass 17 Jan 2025 98,365 miles

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 11 Jan 2024 94,462 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Jan 2023 88,737 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Jan 2022 85,462 miles

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

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 19 Jan 2021 81,528 miles

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

Pass 18 Jan 2020 81,103 miles

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

Fail 13 Jan 2020 81,070 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

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

Pass 12 Feb 2019 78,450 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2019 78,445 miles

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

Pass 27 Feb 2018 74,900 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2016 69,288 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Fail 9 Sep 2016 69,288 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

Pass 3 Sep 2015 61,505 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2015 61,505 miles

Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour both sides (1.1.A.3e)

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

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

Pass 4 Sep 2014 69,535 miles

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

Pass 9 Jul 2013 45,720 miles
Pass 28 May 2012 31,920 miles
Pass 21 May 2011 21,376 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 VBY is a 2008 Honda Civic in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 VBY, 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 VBY registered?

BJ08 VBY is a 2008 Honda Civic, first registered on 29 May 2008.

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