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CP08 XRW

2008 Honda Civic

Grey Petrol 1799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

106,353 mi
Last recorded106,353 miles
Recorded on3 May 2025
Typical for 2008 Honda Civic78,524 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCP08 XRW
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,799cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 May 2025 106,353 miles
Pass 11 May 2024 101,844 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2023 96,953 miles
Pass 10 May 2022 94,491 miles
Pass 11 May 2021 91,666 miles
Pass 19 May 2020 89,380 miles
Pass 9 May 2019 86,164 miles
Pass 3 May 2018 79,565 miles

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

Fail 2 May 2018 79,565 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

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

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

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

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

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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

Pass 24 May 2017 72,803 miles

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

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

Pass 18 May 2016 62,703 miles
Pass 28 May 2015 52,937 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2014 51,497 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2013 45,247 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2012 37,899 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2012 29,839 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2012 29,839 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 13 May 2011 25,501 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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 XRW is a 2008 Honda Civic in Grey with a 1,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 XRW, 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 XRW?

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What year was CP08 XRW registered?

CP08 XRW is a 2008 Honda Civic, first registered on 11 July 2008.

Is CP08 XRW safe to buy?

The MOT history for CP08 XRW shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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