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BT08 CXJ

2008 Honda Civic

Orange Petrol 1799cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Oct 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

128,453 mi
Last recorded128,453 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Honda Civic78,524 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT08 CXJ
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year2008
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,799cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2025 128,453 miles

Offside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Nov 2024 123,504 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 14 Sep 2023 113,782 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Various suspension and chassis components corroded/deterirated.

Pass 6 Sep 2022 101,853 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 6 Sep 2021 90,441 miles

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

Fail 6 Sep 2021 90,441 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 19 Sep 2020 82,205 miles

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

Fail 19 Sep 2020 82,205 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 9 Jul 2019 69,090 miles

Covers fitted preventing full inspection of some components.

Pass 21 Jul 2018 66,033 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2017 62,712 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2016 58,609 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre cracking

Pass 11 Aug 2015 54,261 miles

n/s/r tyre stepping

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 5 Aug 2014 44,590 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2013 38,249 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 7 Aug 2013 38,249 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2012 34,041 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 3 Aug 2011 30,789 miles

front brake pads part worn

nearside front tyre 3.02mm to 3.50mm

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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BT08 CXJ is a 2008 Honda Civic in Orange 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 BT08 CXJ, 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 BT08 CXJ registered?

BT08 CXJ is a 2008 Honda Civic, first registered on 11 August 2008.

Is BT08 CXJ safe to buy?

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