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DA08 VBX

2008 Honda Civic

Black Diesel 2204cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Oct 2024
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

179,087 mi
Last recorded179,087 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2023
Typical for 2008 Honda Civic78,524 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA08 VBX
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,204cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2023 179,087 miles

plastic covers fitted to undercarriage

Fail 27 Sep 2023 179,087 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

plastic covers fitted to undercarriage

Pass 23 Sep 2022 175,632 miles

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened rusty on inner surface (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

undertrays fitted

Pass 1 Oct 2021 169,392 miles

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt x2 ()

covers fitted to underside not allowing full inspection

Pass 2 Oct 2020 161,435 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt x2 ()

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit (5.2.3 (e))

undertrays fitted

Fail 2 Oct 2020 161,435 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt x2 ()

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit (5.2.3 (e))

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

undertrays fitted

Pass 20 Sep 2019 152,466 miles

Engine covers fitted

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt All ()

Under trays fitted obscuring view of some components

Pass 28 Sep 2018 148,080 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2018 148,080 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge very low (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Oct 2017 143,601 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2016 121,547 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin offside and nearside (3.5.1g)

Pass 9 Sep 2015 98,030 miles
Pass 28 May 2014 76,190 miles
Pass 18 May 2013 65,167 miles
Pass 18 May 2012 54,651 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2011 44,646 miles

n/s/r tyre deteriorated

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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DA08 VBX is a 2008 Honda Civic in Black with a 2,204cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 DA08 VBX, 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 DA08 VBX registered?

DA08 VBX is a 2008 Honda Civic, first registered on 17 July 2008.

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