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BN08 VCC

2008 Honda Civic

Silver Petrol 1799cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Mar 2027
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

90,002 mi
Last recorded90,002 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Honda Civic78,524 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN08 VCC
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,799cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2026 90,002 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

under trays. unable to check some components

Pass 18 Mar 2025 85,774 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

engine covers & under trays fitted,unable to check some components

front tyres close to wear bars

Fail 18 Mar 2025 85,774 miles

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

engine covers & under trays fitted,unable to check some components

front tyres close to wear bars

Pass 18 Mar 2024 82,250 miles

under trays fitted,unable to check some components

Fail 18 Mar 2024 82,250 miles

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

Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak both front (5.3.2 (b))

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

under trays fitted,unable to check some components

Pass 21 Mar 2023 78,109 miles

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))

Fail 18 Mar 2023 78,062 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 16 Mar 2022 73,441 miles

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

Pass 10 Mar 2021 69,311 miles

Offside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 10 Mar 2021 69,311 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Mar 2020 66,770 miles

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

Fail 20 Mar 2020 66,770 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 19 Mar 2019 60,896 miles

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

Fail 19 Mar 2019 60,896 miles

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 20 Mar 2018 52,948 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2018 52,948 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 20 Mar 2017 48,453 miles

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is slightly worn (3.1.5)

Pass 15 Mar 2016 44,913 miles

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

Pass 20 Mar 2015 40,961 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2014 31,459 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2013 21,290 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2012 13,461 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2011 10,076 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 VCC is a 2008 Honda Civic in Silver with a 1,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

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 VCC, 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 VCC registered?

BN08 VCC is a 2008 Honda Civic, first registered on 21 March 2008.

Is BN08 VCC safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN08 VCC shows 23 tests with a 69.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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