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DE08 BVJ

2008 Honda Civic

Black Diesel 2204cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jan 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

157,135 mi
Last recorded157,135 miles
Recorded on3 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Honda Civic78,524 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE08 BVJ
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,204cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Jan 2026 157,135 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2024 150,859 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2024 141,606 miles

Corrosion under Vehicle

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Jan 2023 132,128 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2021 119,063 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2021 115,212 miles

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

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

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

Fail 6 Jan 2021 115,212 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

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

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 9 Jan 2020 108,317 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2019 98,359 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2018 82,303 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2018 82,303 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 18 Mar 2017 73,254 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2016 65,653 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2015 58,471 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2014 53,028 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2013 46,403 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2012 39,107 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2011 33,085 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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DE08 BVJ is a 2008 Honda Civic in Black with a 2,204cc diesel 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 DE08 BVJ, 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 DE08 BVJ registered?

DE08 BVJ is a 2008 Honda Civic, first registered on 27 March 2008.

Is DE08 BVJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DE08 BVJ 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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