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CV08 VYW

2008 Honda Civic

Black Diesel 2204cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Feb 2018
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

156,855 mi
Last recorded156,855 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2017
Typical for 2008 Honda Civic78,524 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCV08 VYW
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,204cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2017 156,855 miles

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

Nearside Rear Inner side light not working

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

Offside Front side light is getting dim

Pass 15 Feb 2016 144,861 miles

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

Fail 15 Feb 2016 144,861 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

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

Pass 10 Feb 2015 135,245 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

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

Pass 17 Feb 2014 118,141 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 28 Jan 2013 98,805 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 28 Jan 2013 98,805 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 31 Jan 2012 79,792 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Jan 2011 71,631 miles

Centre Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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 VYW is a 2008 Honda Civic in Black with a 2,204cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 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 CV08 VYW, 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 CV08 VYW registered?

CV08 VYW is a 2008 Honda Civic, first registered on 26 March 2008.

Is CV08 VYW safe to buy?

The MOT history for CV08 VYW shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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