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EX08 SKO

2008 Honda Civic

Black Petrol 1799cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Sep 2026
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

130,686 mi
Last recorded130,686 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Honda Civic78,524 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX08 SKO
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,799cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2025 130,686 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2024 129,125 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2024 129,116 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 19 Aug 2023 127,519 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2022 124,267 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

under trays fitted

Fail 9 Aug 2022 124,267 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

under trays fitted

Pass 9 Aug 2021 119,910 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2020 116,947 miles
Pass 15 May 2019 106,808 miles

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

Fail 4 May 2019 106,416 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 19 May 2018 94,817 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 14 May 2018 94,737 miles

Nearside Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 19 May 2017 88,919 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 205/55/16 (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% bulb not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

covers and shields fitted obstructing view of components

Fail 18 May 2017 88,913 miles

Offside Front Outer brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened damaged (3.5.1i)

Registration plate lamp not working BOTH (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 205/55/16 (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% bulb not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

covers and shields fitted obstructing view of components

Pass 12 Apr 2016 83,976 miles

both rear coil springs corroded

Pass 4 Apr 2015 78,895 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2014 68,531 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2014 68,531 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 29 Mar 2013 55,700 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 16 Apr 2012 47,072 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2011 33,039 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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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EX08 SKO is a 2008 Honda Civic in Black with a 1,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 EX08 SKO, 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 EX08 SKO registered?

EX08 SKO is a 2008 Honda Civic, first registered on 10 March 2008.

Is EX08 SKO safe to buy?

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