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BV08 OOX

2008 Honda Civic

Red Petrol 1799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2024
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

147,162 mi
Last recorded147,162 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2023
Typical for 2008 Honda Civic78,524 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV08 OOX
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,799cc

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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2023 147,162 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective both front headlight lenses fatigued (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge slightly out of shape on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge slightly out of shape on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 31 Oct 2023 147,162 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Headlamp lens slightly defective both front headlight lenses fatigued (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge slightly out of shape on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge slightly out of shape on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Nov 2022 136,629 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2022 136,587 miles

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source which significantly reduces light intensity (4.2.3 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 8 Nov 2021 126,267 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Nov 2020 115,896 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2020 115,896 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect shock leg damp with fluid (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 7 May 2019 100,470 miles
Fail 7 May 2019 100,470 miles

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

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

Pass 3 May 2018 87,721 miles
Fail 3 May 2018 87,721 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 9 May 2017 75,581 miles
Pass 3 May 2016 64,208 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2015 59,293 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2014 52,277 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 10 Mar 2014 52,277 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2013 47,801 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2012 40,795 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2011 30,305 miles

front brake pads starting to wear low

Fail 1 Mar 2011 30,305 miles

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

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

front brake pads starting to wear low

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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BV08 OOX is a 2008 Honda Civic in Red with a 1,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

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 BV08 OOX, 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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BV08 OOX is a 2008 Honda Civic, first registered on 1 March 2008.

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