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BN08 FTO

2008 Honda Civic

Black Petrol 1799cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Oct 2026
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

82,382 mi
Last recorded82,382 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Honda Civic78,524 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN08 FTO
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,799cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2025 82,382 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2024 80,475 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2024 80,457 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Oct 2023 78,180 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Oct 2022 75,349 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2021 72,255 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 12 Oct 2021 72,230 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 8 Oct 2020 70,269 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2019 68,350 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2018 65,101 miles

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

Pass 22 Nov 2017 62,008 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2017 62,008 miles

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both front (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 Feb 2017 59,228 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2016 54,923 miles

n/s/f inner brake very low almost to metal but not at time of test ./

noise from rear wheels / brakes on rear when rotated ./ innewr brake pads not fully visible ./

slight discoluration on letters of rear no plate ./

slight front brake inbalance 14%

Pass 11 Feb 2015 49,994 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2014 43,418 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2013 37,613 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 1 Feb 2013 37,613 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2012 32,583 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2011 26,965 miles

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

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

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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BN08 FTO is a 2008 Honda Civic in Black with a 1,799cc petrol 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 BN08 FTO, 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 BN08 FTO registered?

BN08 FTO is a 2008 Honda Civic, first registered on 5 March 2008.

Is BN08 FTO safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN08 FTO shows 20 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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