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DV08 XTW

2008 Honda Civic

Blue Diesel 2204cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Sep 2017
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

216,476 mi
Last recorded216,476 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2016
Typical for 2008 Honda Civic78,524 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDV08 XTW
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,204cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2016 216,476 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2015 189,204 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

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

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

Pass 10 Jul 2015 189,204 miles

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

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

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

Pass 30 Apr 2014 172,190 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2013 155,146 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2013 155,145 miles

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

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

Fail 24 Apr 2012 130,886 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 24 Apr 2012 130,886 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2011 95,385 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 28 Apr 2011 95,385 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 XTW is a 2008 Honda Civic in Blue with a 2,204cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 DV08 XTW, 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 XTW registered?

DV08 XTW is a 2008 Honda Civic, first registered on 30 April 2008.

Is DV08 XTW safe to buy?

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