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DE08 XJL

2008 Honda Civic

Red Petrol 1799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Oct 2019
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

49,647 mi
Last recorded49,647 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2018
Typical for 2008 Honda Civic78,524 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE08 XJL
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,799cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2018 49,647 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2018 49,647 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Sep 2017 47,917 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2016 46,364 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2016 46,364 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

both front tyres have deep cracking & perishing on the inner sidewalls

Pass 30 Sep 2015 44,034 miles

nail in nearside rear tyre

nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 30 Sep 2014 42,396 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2013 41,435 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 25 Sep 2012 39,557 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2012 39,557 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Nail in offside rear tyre

screw in nearside rear tyre

Pass 23 Sep 2011 31,492 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2011 31,485 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 27 Sep 2010 31,176 miles

Front Steering rack damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Fail 27 Sep 2010 31,176 miles

Front Steering rack damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

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 XJL is a 2008 Honda Civic in Red with a 1,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 XJL, 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

How do I check the history of DE08 XJL?

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What year was DE08 XJL registered?

DE08 XJL is a 2008 Honda Civic, first registered on 29 May 2008.

Is DE08 XJL safe to buy?

The MOT history for DE08 XJL shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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