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DA08 ZYV

2008 Honda Civic

Grey Electric 1339cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Mar 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

258,636 mi
Last recorded258,636 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Honda Civic78,524 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA08 ZYV
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeElectric
Engine1,339cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2026 258,636 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 11 Mar 2025 243,213 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2024 225,169 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2023 207,388 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Fail 1 Mar 2023 207,388 miles

Offside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Service brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.2.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

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

Pass 28 Feb 2022 188,967 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2021 169,891 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2020 156,837 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2019 142,475 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2018 125,379 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2017 107,206 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2016 89,915 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2015 71,798 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2014 54,673 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2013 44,934 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 24 Jun 2013 44,934 miles

Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Jun 2012 34,440 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2011 23,137 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Inner 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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DA08 ZYV is a 2008 Honda Civic in Grey with a 1,339cc electric 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 DA08 ZYV, 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 DA08 ZYV registered?

DA08 ZYV is a 2008 Honda Civic, first registered on 15 July 2008.

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The MOT history for DA08 ZYV 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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