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BN08 NVZ

2008 Honda Civic

Black Petrol 1799cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Apr 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

230,528 mi
Last recorded230,528 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Honda Civic78,524 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2026 230,528 miles

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

Pass 25 Apr 2025 226,470 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2024 222,053 miles

underbody surface corrosion

Pass 3 Dec 2022 215,429 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn both (5.1.2 (b) (i))

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

Pass 3 Dec 2021 196,451 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 7 May 2019 173,709 miles
Pass 5 May 2018 159,220 miles

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

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

Pass 3 May 2017 150,612 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2016 143,945 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2015 133,188 miles

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)

Fail 14 Apr 2014 122,712 miles

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

Pass 14 Apr 2014 122,712 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2013 116,013 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2013 116,013 miles

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

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Pass 28 Jan 2013 85,314 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2012 51,320 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2011 31,157 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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BN08 NVZ is a 2008 Honda Civic in Black with a 1,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 NVZ, 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 NVZ registered?

BN08 NVZ is a 2008 Honda Civic, first registered on 10 March 2008.

Is BN08 NVZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN08 NVZ shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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