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DB08 DFB

2008 Honda Civic

Silver Petrol 1339cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jun 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

77,413 mi
Last recorded77,413 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Honda Civic78,524 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDB08 DFB
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,339cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2026 77,413 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

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

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

Pass 30 May 2025 69,878 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2024 64,134 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2024 64,132 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play And boot split (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 31 May 2023 57,577 miles

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

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

Pass 6 Jun 2022 52,533 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2021 47,583 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2020 42,969 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 Jun 2019 41,539 miles

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 Jun 2018 40,451 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2017 39,128 miles

both rear tyres low on tread

Pass 2 Jun 2016 36,175 miles
Pass 29 May 2015 32,948 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2014 29,816 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2013 26,803 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2012 21,696 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2011 16,562 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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DB08 DFB is a 2008 Honda Civic in Silver with a 1,339cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 DB08 DFB, 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 DB08 DFB registered?

DB08 DFB is a 2008 Honda Civic, first registered on 16 July 2008.

Is DB08 DFB safe to buy?

The MOT history for DB08 DFB shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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