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EJ08 VPR

2008 Honda Civic

Red Diesel 2204cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2024
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

157,962 mi
Last recorded157,962 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2023
Typical for 2008 Honda Civic78,524 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEJ08 VPR
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,204cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2023 157,962 miles

Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 13 Jul 2022 148,908 miles

Coil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Jul 2021 141,942 miles

Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s front link arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Coil spring corroded n/s rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Aug 2020 136,991 miles

exhaust c pipe heatshield corroded loose

Fail 3 Aug 2020 136,991 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

exhaust c pipe heatshield corroded loose

Pass 28 Jun 2019 127,198 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Jun 2018 121,793 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2017 116,543 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2017 116,448 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2016 110,227 miles

emissions too clean for machine, no printout available

Pass 7 Apr 2015 103,212 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2014 98,119 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2013 89,590 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2012 89,555 miles

advise early replacement of front number plate

Pass 27 Jun 2011 51,804 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2011 51,804 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

wear on front and rear disc

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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EJ08 VPR is a 2008 Honda Civic in Red with a 2,204cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 EJ08 VPR, 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 EJ08 VPR registered?

EJ08 VPR is a 2008 Honda Civic, first registered on 30 June 2008.

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