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DS57 XAO

2008 Honda Civic

Silver Petrol 1799cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Mar 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

99,600 mi
Last recorded99,600 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Honda Civic78,524 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS57 XAO
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,799cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2026 99,600 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2026 99,600 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component corroded and seriously weakened H frame corroded by osr suspension mounting (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Pass 6 Mar 2025 87,586 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 12 Mar 2024 82,887 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2023 76,858 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 16 Mar 2022 70,332 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2022 70,332 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Jan 2021 67,556 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2020 65,362 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2018 61,491 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2017 58,511 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2017 58,511 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 3 Jan 2017 51,498 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2016 46,552 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2014 40,495 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2013 34,815 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2012 27,379 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2012 22,257 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2010 18,142 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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DS57 XAO is a 2008 Honda Civic in Silver with a 1,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 DS57 XAO, 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 DS57 XAO registered?

DS57 XAO is a 2008 Honda Civic, first registered on 31 January 2008.

Is DS57 XAO safe to buy?

The MOT history for DS57 XAO shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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