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CP08 WPJ

2008 Honda Civic

Black Petrol 1799cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Nov 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

120,898 mi
Last recorded120,898 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Honda Civic78,524 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCP08 WPJ
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,799cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2025 120,898 miles

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

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

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Nov 2024 116,844 miles

Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 8 Nov 2024 116,783 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded N/S + O/S (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Nov 2023 113,204 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Nov 2022 109,130 miles

Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil BOTH (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 9 Nov 2021 104,039 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2020 100,903 miles

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

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule o/s and n/s (1.1.12 (f) (i))

plastic under trays fitted,rear axle beam corroded n.s and o.s chassis and inner sills and shockers corroded

Pass 8 Nov 2019 95,567 miles

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

Rear beam and coil springs corroded

plastic under trays fitted

Pass 12 Nov 2018 83,798 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 1 Nov 2017 72,917 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 16 Nov 2016 62,077 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2015 56,704 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 31 Dec 2014 49,007 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 23 Jan 2014 42,116 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 1 Feb 2013 35,804 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 1 Feb 2013 35,804 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 Jan 2012 28,548 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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)

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 WPJ is a 2008 Honda Civic in Black with a 1,799cc 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 CP08 WPJ, 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 CP08 WPJ registered?

CP08 WPJ is a 2008 Honda Civic, first registered on 26 June 2008.

Is CP08 WPJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for CP08 WPJ 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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