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EK08 DVR

2008 Honda Civic

Black Petrol 1799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Oct 2024
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

131,621 mi
Last recorded131,621 miles
Recorded on4 Oct 2023
Typical for 2008 Honda Civic78,524 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK08 DVR
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,799cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Oct 2023 131,621 miles

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

Pass 25 Aug 2022 127,654 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2021 119,427 miles

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

Pass 1 Sep 2020 112,483 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2019 104,448 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 2 Sep 2019 104,448 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Aug 2018 92,967 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2017 84,024 miles

possible slight blister developing on o/s/r tyre

Pass 25 Aug 2016 78,779 miles

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 screw in Tyre

Pass 18 Aug 2015 73,626 miles

Offside Rear nail in tyre

Fail 28 Aug 2014 68,573 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 28 Aug 2014 68,573 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2013 56,245 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 23 Aug 2013 56,245 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2012 41,853 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2011 27,192 miles

Front wiper blades smeary on screen

Nearside rear tyre worn on inner edge.

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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EK08 DVR is a 2008 Honda Civic in Black with a 1,799cc petrol 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 EK08 DVR, 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 EK08 DVR registered?

EK08 DVR is a 2008 Honda Civic, first registered on 28 March 2008.

Is EK08 DVR safe to buy?

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