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DN08 JKU

2008 Honda Civic

Silver Diesel 2204cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Dec 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

105,455 mi
Last recorded105,455 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Honda Civic78,524 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDN08 JKU
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,204cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2025 105,455 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2024 104,091 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2023 102,780 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2022 101,209 miles

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake drum worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 21 Nov 2022 101,209 miles

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake drum worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Nov 2021 99,554 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2020 97,488 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2019 95,524 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2018 93,327 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2017 90,877 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2016 88,473 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2015 86,224 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2014 83,665 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2013 80,812 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2012 77,127 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

both front tyre valve stems are deteriorated

Fail 3 Dec 2012 77,126 miles

Offside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

rear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

Nail in nearside front tyre

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

both front tyre valve stems are deteriorated

n/s wiper blade is worn

Pass 13 Jul 2012 71,521 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 6 Jul 2011 49,881 miles

Nail in nearside 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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DN08 JKU is a 2008 Honda Civic in Silver 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 DN08 JKU, 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 DN08 JKU registered?

DN08 JKU is a 2008 Honda Civic, first registered on 23 July 2008.

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The MOT history for DN08 JKU 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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