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BV08 PFA

2008 Honda Civic

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Mar 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

113,752 mi
Last recorded113,752 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Honda Civic78,524 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV08 PFA
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Feb 2026 113,752 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2025 110,993 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

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

Pass 2 Mar 2024 109,391 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2023 105,368 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases back box clamp (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 13 Apr 2022 101,653 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2021 92,401 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2021 92,386 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Front Headlamp aim too high both sides bulbs not correctly fitted (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Front Inner Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn both sides inner bushes slight movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front fog lamp casing damaged

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 22 Jul 2019 86,784 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear floor corroded

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

offside rear outer / nearside rear inner position lamps not working

Pass 23 Jul 2018 81,491 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2017 75,538 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2016 71,119 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2015 68,036 miles

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

Fail 18 Apr 2015 68,036 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 21 Mar 2014 55,764 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2013 46,425 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2012 35,402 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2011 29,294 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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BV08 PFA is a 2008 Honda Civic in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 BV08 PFA, 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 BV08 PFA registered?

BV08 PFA is a 2008 Honda Civic, first registered on 8 March 2008.

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The MOT history for BV08 PFA shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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