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DK08 VPM

2008 Honda Civic

Grey Petrol 1799cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jan 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

72,389 mi
Last recorded72,389 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Honda Civic78,524 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK08 VPM
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,799cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2026 72,389 miles

Rear axle corroded but not weakened

Pass 24 Jan 2025 68,866 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2024 65,248 miles

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))

Pass 27 Jan 2023 61,504 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2022 57,710 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2021 53,632 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2019 50,971 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2018 49,100 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2017 43,914 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2016 40,035 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2015 33,117 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2014 25,293 miles

Front bumper insecure

Fail 30 Sep 2014 25,292 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Front bumper insecure

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 21 Feb 2013 22,670 miles

Nearside Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin bearing (2.4.G.2)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 27 Feb 2012 19,167 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2011 14,612 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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DK08 VPM is a 2008 Honda Civic in Grey with a 1,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 DK08 VPM, 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 DK08 VPM registered?

DK08 VPM is a 2008 Honda Civic, first registered on 3 March 2008.

Is DK08 VPM safe to buy?

The MOT history for DK08 VPM shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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