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DK57 TXJ

2008 Honda Civic

Black Petrol 1799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2021
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

194,722 mi
Last recorded194,722 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2020
Typical for 2008 Honda Civic78,524 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK57 TXJ
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,799cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2020 194,722 miles

Nearside Front Service brake grabbing slightly mayl need attention soon (1.2.1 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front fog lamp cracked

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

bonnet pull damaged but still works may need attention soon

both front bump stops adrift

both front mirrors have damage

both rear brake backing plates corroded

underside of vehicle starting corrode may need attention soon

Fail 25 Feb 2020 194,721 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Front Undertray likely to become detached (6.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Service brake grabbing slightly mayl need attention soon (1.2.1 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front fog lamp cracked

Offside Rear Outer Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

bonnet pull damaged but still works may need attention soon

both front bump stops adrift

both front mirrors have damage

both rear brake backing plates corroded

underside of vehicle starting corrode may need attention soon

Pass 21 Feb 2019 187,715 miles

bonnet catch broken

front brakes imbalanced,n/s poor

outstanding safety recall,refer to dealer

rear axle,chassis,floor-corroded

rear exhaust heatshield missing

unable to assess some areas due to covers,o/s/f belly pan insecure

Fail 18 Feb 2019 187,715 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working broken/missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Side repeater lens defective such that the emitted light is adversely affected dim/taped over (4.4.1 (b) (ii))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Rear Outer Stop lamp(s) light intensity obviously reduced inop (4.3.3 (a) (i))

bonnet catch broken

front brakes imbalanced,n/s poor

outstanding safety recall,refer to dealer

rear axle,chassis,floor-corroded

rear exhaust heatshield missing

unable to assess some areas due to covers,o/s/f belly pan insecure

Pass 27 Feb 2018 181,240 miles

bonnet handle broken

engine cover and undertrays fitted

Fail 27 Feb 2018 181,240 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

bonnet handle broken

engine cover and undertrays fitted

Pass 25 Feb 2017 173,712 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Rear Outer Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

bonnet handle broken

front sidelights poor

o/s wiper smearing

o/s/r brake bind,disc cooked,corroded inner face

rear chassis/floor/inner sills corrosion

unable to assess some areas due to covers

Pass 12 Feb 2016 166,929 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2015 150,909 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2015 150,909 miles

Offside Inner Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 25 Jan 2014 130,839 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 25 Jan 2014 130,839 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 26 Jan 2013 109,523 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2012 89,063 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2011 67,523 miles

Nail in rear tyre

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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DK57 TXJ is a 2008 Honda Civic in Black with a 1,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 DK57 TXJ, 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 DK57 TXJ registered?

DK57 TXJ is a 2008 Honda Civic, first registered on 21 January 2008.

Is DK57 TXJ safe to buy?

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