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BU08 ODH

2008 Honda Civic

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Oct 2021
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

159,538 mi
Last recorded159,538 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2020
Typical for 2008 Honda Civic78,524 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU08 ODH
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2020 159,538 miles

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both sides and stepping (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chipped (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Oct 2019 138,664 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2018 120,518 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

covers fitted at time of test

covers fitted at time of test

Fail 12 Oct 2018 120,518 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

covers fitted at time of test

covers fitted at time of test

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Aug 2017 108,517 miles

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

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

offside front shock absorber ram heavily pitted

Fail 4 Aug 2017 108,514 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

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

offside front shock absorber ram heavily pitted

Pass 20 Jul 2016 108,365 miles

Centre Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 1 May 2015 103,611 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 1 May 2015 103,611 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 1 Apr 2014 83,037 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2014 83,037 miles

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

Pass 17 Apr 2013 64,448 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2012 45,927 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2011 42,127 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2011 39,588 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nail in offside rear tyre

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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BU08 ODH is a 2008 Honda Civic in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 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 BU08 ODH, 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 BU08 ODH registered?

BU08 ODH is a 2008 Honda Civic, first registered on 13 June 2008.

Is BU08 ODH safe to buy?

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