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DU08 KCJ

2008 Honda Civic

Blue Diesel 2204cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Dec 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

142,847 mi
Last recorded142,847 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Honda Civic78,524 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU08 KCJ
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,204cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2025 142,847 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective Both slightly deteriated (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 10 Nov 2025 142,847 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective Both slightly deteriated (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 2 Dec 2024 130,392 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 2 Dec 2024 130,392 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 4 Dec 2023 116,057 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin discs will require replacement at the same time (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Nov 2022 103,323 miles

engine cover and undertrays obscuring some items

Fail 28 Nov 2022 103,323 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working 501 bulb (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both rears 2x 501 bulbs (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

engine cover and undertrays obscuring some items

Pass 29 Nov 2021 90,678 miles

engine cover and undertrays obscuring some items

Pass 18 Nov 2020 76,009 miles

engine covers and undertrays obscuring some items

Pass 24 May 2019 57,230 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 24 May 2019 57,230 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 23 Feb 2018 54,307 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2017 51,800 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2016 50,133 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2015 48,574 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2014 44,982 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2013 40,980 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2012 37,450 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2011 32,312 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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DU08 KCJ is a 2008 Honda Civic in Blue with a 2,204cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 DU08 KCJ, 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 DU08 KCJ registered?

DU08 KCJ is a 2008 Honda Civic, first registered on 5 March 2008.

Is DU08 KCJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DU08 KCJ shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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