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EX08 XMG

2008 Honda Civic

Grey Petrol 1799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Mar 2022
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

112,261 mi
Last recorded112,261 miles
Recorded on12 Mar 2021
Typical for 2008 Honda Civic78,524 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX08 XMG
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,799cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Mar 2021 112,261 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/40-18 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Mar 2020 92,567 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2020 92,552 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Mar 2019 78,985 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2018 73,611 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2017 69,632 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2017 69,632 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 2 Mar 2016 68,774 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2016 68,774 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 10 Mar 2015 67,973 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2014 57,528 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 22 Feb 2013 48,469 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Feb 2012 39,142 miles

Advising that both front wiper blades have small splits in them.

Pass 16 Mar 2011 34,698 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2011 34,246 miles

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

Nearside Rear tyre tread worn out of shape

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Pass 26 Feb 2011 34,246 miles

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

Nearside Rear tyre tread worn out of shape

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

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 XMG is a 2008 Honda Civic in Grey with a 1,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 EX08 XMG, 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 XMG registered?

EX08 XMG is a 2008 Honda Civic, first registered on 28 March 2008.

Is EX08 XMG safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX08 XMG shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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