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EJ08 YCW

2008 Honda Civic

Black Hybrid electric (clean) 1339cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2024
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

128,782 mi
Last recorded128,782 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2023
Typical for 2008 Honda Civic78,524 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEJ08 YCW
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeHybrid electric (clean)
Engine1,339cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2023 128,782 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2022 123,984 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Aug 2021 119,522 miles

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

Pass 1 Sep 2020 116,644 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2019 112,983 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 2 Sep 2019 112,983 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 31 Aug 2018 107,174 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Aug 2017 102,298 miles

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

Pass 2 Sep 2016 97,464 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2015 92,444 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2015 92,444 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Pass 28 Aug 2014 88,689 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2014 88,659 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 6 Aug 2013 83,911 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2012 79,212 miles

Near side front fog light broken

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

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

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

Offside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Pass 6 Jun 2011 53,251 miles

nsf fog lamp lens broken

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 YCW is a 2008 Honda Civic in Black with a 1,339cc hybrid electric (clean) engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 EJ08 YCW, 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 YCW registered?

EJ08 YCW is a 2008 Honda Civic, first registered on 20 June 2008.

Is EJ08 YCW safe to buy?

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