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DX08 KAE

2008 Honda Civic

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Apr 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

102,305 mi
Last recorded102,305 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2025
Typical for 2008 Honda Civic78,524 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX08 KAE
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2025 102,305 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2024 94,545 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2023 88,693 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2022 83,791 miles

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 16 Apr 2021 80,515 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2019 76,234 miles

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

Fail 14 Jun 2019 76,232 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 21 May 2018 71,973 miles

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

Pass 19 May 2017 69,198 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2016 64,907 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2015 60,148 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2014 51,733 miles

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

Nearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Offside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

front tyres cracked/perished

Pass 5 Apr 2013 43,198 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2012 30,140 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre Cracked & Perished

Nearside Rear Tyre Has A Screw/Nail In Tread Pattern

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

Offside Rear Tyre Cracked & Perished

Pass 30 Mar 2011 16,685 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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DX08 KAE is a 2008 Honda Civic in Black with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 DX08 KAE, 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

How do I check the history of DX08 KAE?

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What year was DX08 KAE registered?

DX08 KAE is a 2008 Honda Civic, first registered on 5 April 2008.

Is DX08 KAE safe to buy?

The MOT history for DX08 KAE shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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