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EK08 SSU

2008 Honda Civic

Red Petrol 1339cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Sep 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

105,030 mi
Last recorded105,030 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Honda Civic78,524 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK08 SSU
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,339cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2025 105,030 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Sep 2024 99,236 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Sep 2023 92,961 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2022 88,362 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2021 82,323 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2020 78,609 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2019 74,115 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2018 66,220 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2018 66,220 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Sep 2017 58,075 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2016 50,774 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2015 42,741 miles

Rear Tyres worn on Inside

Fail 24 Sep 2015 42,741 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear Tyres worn on Inside

Pass 17 Sep 2014 33,823 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2014 33,823 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 23 Jul 2013 22,439 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2012 17,931 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2012 17,931 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

n/s/f headlamp beam too low due to body damage

Pass 30 Mar 2011 10,194 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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EK08 SSU is a 2008 Honda Civic in Red with a 1,339cc 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 EK08 SSU, 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 SSU registered?

EK08 SSU is a 2008 Honda Civic, first registered on 16 April 2008.

Is EK08 SSU safe to buy?

The MOT history for EK08 SSU shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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