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DS08 CVJ

2008 Honda Civic

Grey Diesel 2204cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Oct 2021
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

153,647 mi
Last recorded153,647 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2020
Typical for 2008 Honda Civic78,524 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS08 CVJ
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,204cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2020 153,647 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 16 Oct 2020 153,647 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 11 Apr 2019 141,692 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2019 141,692 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 17 Apr 2018 135,045 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 17 Apr 2018 135,045 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 24 Apr 2017 126,096 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2017 126,093 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 28 Apr 2016 112,969 miles
Pass 28 May 2015 101,380 miles
Pass 22 May 2014 84,564 miles
Pass 28 May 2013 67,082 miles
Pass 24 May 2012 51,164 miles
Pass 27 May 2011 35,876 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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DS08 CVJ is a 2008 Honda Civic in Grey 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 CVJ, 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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What year was DS08 CVJ registered?

DS08 CVJ is a 2008 Honda Civic, first registered on 30 May 2008.

Is DS08 CVJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DS08 CVJ shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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