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DV08 OBS

2008 Honda Civic

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Feb 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

103,637 mi
Last recorded103,637 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2025
Typical for 2008 Honda Civic78,524 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDV08 OBS
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2025 103,637 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Feb 2024 98,402 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2023 87,671 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Jul 2022 85,424 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2021 83,207 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge o/s/f and o/s/r (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Jul 2020 83,023 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2019 80,230 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2018 75,214 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2018 75,214 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 21 Jul 2017 71,023 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2016 67,953 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2015 65,221 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2014 61,225 miles

n/s/r tyre getting low

nail in o/s/r tyre

unable to check underside items due to engine covers

Pass 15 Jul 2013 56,552 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 15 Jul 2013 56,552 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 11 Jul 2012 48,626 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2011 41,026 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2011 37,142 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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DV08 OBS is a 2008 Honda Civic in Red with a 1,998cc petrol 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 DV08 OBS, 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 DV08 OBS registered?

DV08 OBS is a 2008 Honda Civic, first registered on 29 March 2008.

Is DV08 OBS safe to buy?

The MOT history for DV08 OBS 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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