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CP08 OSU

2008 Honda Civic

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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Apr 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

124,201 mi
Last recorded124,201 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Honda Civic78,524 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCP08 OSU
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeOther
Engine1,339cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2026 124,201 miles

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

Pass 9 Apr 2025 120,663 miles

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

Pass 17 Apr 2024 113,997 miles
Pass 17 May 2023 109,745 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 11 May 2022 104,990 miles
Pass 17 May 2021 102,379 miles
Fail 17 May 2021 102,379 miles

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

Pass 15 May 2020 99,546 miles
Pass 4 May 2019 95,877 miles
Pass 29 May 2018 88,600 miles

Mudguard insecure n/sf bumper ()

Fail 29 May 2018 88,599 miles

Front Position lamp not working both (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Mudguard insecure n/sf bumper ()

Pass 13 May 2017 75,180 miles

nearside front brake binding slightly

Pass 4 Apr 2016 62,916 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 May 2015 55,004 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2014 44,173 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 Jan 2013 36,011 miles
Fail 29 May 2012 31,423 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 May 2012 31,423 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 May 2011 21,403 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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CP08 OSU is a 2008 Honda Civic in Black with a 1,339cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 CP08 OSU, 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

How do I check the history of CP08 OSU?

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What year was CP08 OSU registered?

CP08 OSU is a 2008 Honda Civic, first registered on 30 May 2008.

Is CP08 OSU safe to buy?

The MOT history for CP08 OSU shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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