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DY08 ZXM

2008 Honda Civic

Grey Petrol 1799cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Oct 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

69,012 mi
Last recorded69,012 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Honda Civic78,524 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY08 ZXM
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,799cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2025 69,012 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin ON THE LIMIT OF 1.5mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil CLOSE TO EXCESSIVE (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Parking brake has little reserve travel, service or adjustment rerquired

Pass 31 Oct 2024 64,551 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2024 64,481 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 20 Oct 2023 60,134 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2022 55,282 miles

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Fail 21 Oct 2022 55,282 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 26 Oct 2021 49,062 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

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

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Pass 28 Oct 2020 44,978 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

Nearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Offside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 11 Apr 2019 41,815 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2018 40,028 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2017 37,418 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2016 33,725 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2015 27,767 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

advise rear discs lipped

Pass 13 Apr 2015 27,767 miles

advise rear discs lipped

Pass 25 Apr 2014 22,034 miles

advise suspect rear shocks are knocking heard whilst driving car into workshop

Fail 25 Apr 2014 22,034 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

advise suspect rear shocks are knocking heard whilst driving car into workshop

Pass 28 Mar 2013 19,217 miles

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

o/s/f and n/s/f both tyres are showing signs of where on inner edges

Pass 21 Feb 2012 15,206 miles

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

Pass 8 Mar 2011 10,875 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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DY08 ZXM is a 2008 Honda Civic in Grey with a 1,799cc petrol 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 DY08 ZXM, 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 DY08 ZXM registered?

DY08 ZXM is a 2008 Honda Civic, first registered on 27 March 2008.

Is DY08 ZXM safe to buy?

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