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CV08 OBA

2008 Honda Civic

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2025
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

101,793 mi
Last recorded101,793 miles
Recorded on31 May 2024
Typical for 2008 Honda Civic78,524 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCV08 OBA
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 31 May 2024 101,793 miles

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

Fail 31 May 2024 101,775 miles

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

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

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Pass 30 May 2023 98,132 miles
Fail 22 May 2023 98,132 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 14 Jan 2022 88,992 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2019 87,408 miles

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

Pass 17 Oct 2018 76,345 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2018 76,313 miles

Front Registration plate missing (0.1 (a))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 23 Sep 2015 69,484 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2015 69,484 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. headlight (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high headlight (1.8)

Pass 23 Sep 2015 69,484 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2015 69,484 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. headlight (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high headlight (1.8)

Pass 14 Apr 2014 55,194 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2013 46,337 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2012 39,416 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2011 28,577 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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CV08 OBA is a 2008 Honda Civic in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 CV08 OBA, 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 CV08 OBA registered?

CV08 OBA is a 2008 Honda Civic, first registered on 12 March 2008.

Is CV08 OBA safe to buy?

The MOT history for CV08 OBA shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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