CarVerify

Free Car Check

BN08 ETK

2008 Honda Civic

Red Petrol 1799cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jan 2027
Tests24 (16 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

134,107 mi
Last recorded134,107 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Honda Civic78,524 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Honda
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN08 ETK
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,799cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

16 pass 8 fail
Pass 7 Jan 2026 134,107 miles

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both front and rear (0.1 (b))

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

Fail 6 Jan 2026 134,107 miles

Offside Front Driver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction sun visor doesn't secure up right (3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Outer Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn trailing arm bushes excessively worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

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

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

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

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both front and rear (0.1 (b))

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

Pass 7 Jan 2025 124,505 miles

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

Rear subframe rusty

nearside and offside anti roll bar links have slight play

Pass 9 Jan 2024 116,976 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2024 116,975 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Jan 2023 108,500 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2023 108,499 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 28 Jan 2022 101,579 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2022 101,577 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

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

Pass 30 Dec 2020 93,381 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test sat nav unit ()

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated cracking along moulding seam (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated cracking along moulding seam (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

drivers sun visor clip broken, can still be stowed securely

Fail 30 Dec 2020 93,381 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test sat nav unit ()

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated cracking along moulding seam (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated cracking along moulding seam (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

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

drivers sun visor clip broken, can still be stowed securely

Pass 3 Jan 2020 87,514 miles

Front wiper blades smearing screen

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test SAT NAV ()

N/S/F and O/S/F ball joint dust covers perishing and cracking

Nearside Front ARB link joint dust covers cracking

Offside Track rod end dust cover perishing

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Rear axle and rear shock absorber casings corroded

Fail 2 Jan 2020 87,513 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Front wiper blades smearing screen

Items removed from driver's view prior to test SAT NAV ()

N/S/F and O/S/F ball joint dust covers perishing and cracking

Nearside Front ARB link joint dust covers cracking

Nearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged Perished and cracked (5.2.3 (j))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Kinked, perished and cracking (2.1.3 (g) (i))

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

Offside Front Valve stem slightly damaged Perished and cracked (5.2.3 (j))

Offside Track rod end dust cover perishing

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Rear axle and rear shock absorber casings corroded

Pass 4 Jan 2019 80,994 miles

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

Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Both (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Both (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Offside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

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

Pass 2 Jan 2018 74,427 miles

Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Both Perished (2.4.G.2)

Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Both Perished (2.2.C.1c)

Front Valve stem slightly damaged Both (4.1.D.1e)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Tread Stepped/ Perished (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tread Stepped

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Rear Brake Pipes Greased

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 2 Jan 2018 74,427 miles

Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Both Perished (2.4.G.2)

Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Both Perished (2.2.C.1c)

Front Valve stem slightly damaged Both (4.1.D.1e)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Tread Stepped/ Perished (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tread Stepped

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Rear Brake Pipes Greased

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 13 Jan 2017 68,111 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Jan 2016 63,340 miles

cut in N/S/F tyre outer sidewall

small stone cuts and stones in rear tyres, O/S/R valve perishing

Pass 27 Jan 2015 58,920 miles

Small cuts with stones embedding in rear tyres

Pass 10 Feb 2014 52,886 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 15 Feb 2013 44,801 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2012 37,235 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

N/S/R tyre worn low and slightly unevenly on inner edge

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

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

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

Pass 24 Feb 2012 37,235 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

N/S/R tyre worn low and slightly unevenly on inner edge

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

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

Pass 18 Feb 2011 29,321 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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
Full Honda Civic reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

BN08 ETK is a 2008 Honda Civic in Red with a 1,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 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 BN08 ETK, 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

How do I check the history of BN08 ETK?

You can check the full history of BN08 ETK by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was BN08 ETK registered?

BN08 ETK is a 2008 Honda Civic, first registered on 4 March 2008.

Is BN08 ETK safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN08 ETK shows 24 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.

Does BN08 ETK have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on BN08 ETK. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.