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EJ08 YCN

2008 Honda Civic

Silver Petrol 1799cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Oct 2026
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

50,760 mi
Last recorded50,760 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Honda Civic78,524 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEJ08 YCN
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,799cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2025 50,760 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2025 50,749 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 10 Oct 2024 47,341 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2024 47,062 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2023 44,856 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2022 43,521 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2021 42,279 miles

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

Fail 26 Mar 2021 42,279 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 25 Mar 2020 40,944 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2019 37,876 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2018 34,602 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2017 30,967 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2017 30,967 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 7 Apr 2016 26,850 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2015 21,974 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 19 Mar 2015 21,974 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2014 17,583 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2013 12,352 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Apr 2012 8,033 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2012 8,033 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 4 May 2011 6,174 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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EJ08 YCN is a 2008 Honda Civic in Silver with a 1,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 YCN, 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 EJ08 YCN registered?

EJ08 YCN is a 2008 Honda Civic, first registered on 2 June 2008.

Is EJ08 YCN safe to buy?

The MOT history for EJ08 YCN shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EJ08 YCN have outstanding finance?

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