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DS08 BWV

2008 Honda Civic

Silver Diesel 2204cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Feb 2021
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

193,167 mi
Last recorded193,167 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2020
Typical for 2008 Honda Civic78,524 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS08 BWV
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,204cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2020 193,167 miles

Central Heat shield insecure

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Bottom arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Bottom arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Parking brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 5 Feb 2020 193,041 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Central Heat shield insecure

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Bottom arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Bottom arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Parking brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 7 Jan 2019 186,556 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2018 183,623 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2017 179,158 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2016 174,053 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2016 174,053 miles

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

Pass 17 Jun 2015 156,429 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Jun 2014 130,452 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2013 10,079 miles

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

both front wipers small splits on end

Fail 8 Jun 2013 10,079 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

both front wipers small splits on end

Pass 19 Jun 2012 73,383 miles

Sill covers fitted

Under trays fitted

Pass 13 Jun 2011 47,322 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2011 47,322 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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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DS08 BWV is a 2008 Honda Civic in Silver with a 2,204cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 DS08 BWV, 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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DS08 BWV is a 2008 Honda Civic, first registered on 27 June 2008.

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