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BT57 FXL

2008 Honda Civic

Black Petrol 1799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jan 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

106,174 mi
Last recorded106,174 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2024
Typical for 2008 Honda Civic78,524 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT57 FXL
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,799cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2024 106,174 miles

Front Coil spring corroded Both front coil springs corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded Both rear coil springs corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Dec 2023 97,562 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2022 90,190 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2022 83,634 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2022 83,551 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Jan 2021 77,473 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Jan 2020 72,930 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2020 72,917 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Pass 9 Jan 2019 66,322 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2018 63,407 miles

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

Pass 6 Jan 2017 60,673 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 8 Jan 2016 57,535 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2016 57,533 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 7 Jan 2015 52,485 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2013 46,354 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 4 Jan 2013 39,718 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2011 30,821 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2011 23,699 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 5 Jan 2011 23,355 miles

front brake pads worn to approx.2mm.

slight cut to wiper blade o/s.

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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BT57 FXL is a 2008 Honda Civic in Black with a 1,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 BT57 FXL, 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 BT57 FXL registered?

BT57 FXL is a 2008 Honda Civic, first registered on 12 January 2008.

Is BT57 FXL safe to buy?

The MOT history for BT57 FXL shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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