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BP08 SWF

2008 Honda Civic

Grey Petrol 1799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2024
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

138,476 mi
Last recorded138,476 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2023
Typical for 2008 Honda Civic78,524 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBP08 SWF
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,799cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2023 138,476 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Outer Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 24 Apr 2023 138,475 miles

Exhaust system insecure rear bracket broken (6.1.2 (a))

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

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Outer Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Apr 2022 137,008 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 10 Mar 2021 125,500 miles

Front bumper damaged

Fail 4 Mar 2021 125,490 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working side light (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Suspension rod pin or bush excessively worn stabilizer link (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Suspension rod pin or bush excessively worn stabilizer link (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Front bumper damaged

Pass 4 Mar 2020 109,851 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2019 102,553 miles

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

Pass 6 Sep 2018 99,306 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2017 84,981 miles
Pass 19 May 2017 84,955 miles

Advise engine cover & under trays fitted not allowing inspection of all components,

Advise plastic sill covers fitted,

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

Fail 18 May 2017 84,955 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Brake back plate(s) securing device loose (3.5.1j)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Advise engine cover & under trays fitted not allowing inspection of all components,

Advise plastic sill covers fitted,

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

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

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 26 Aug 2016 77,767 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 7 Sep 2015 64,347 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 5 Sep 2014 51,302 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2013 37,951 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2012 22,748 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2011 13,008 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2011 12,850 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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BP08 SWF is a 2008 Honda Civic in Grey with a 1,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 BP08 SWF, 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.

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What year was BP08 SWF registered?

BP08 SWF is a 2008 Honda Civic, first registered on 29 July 2008.

Is BP08 SWF safe to buy?

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