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EX08 XMV

2008 Honda Civic

Grey Diesel 2204cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Sep 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

174,469 mi
Last recorded174,469 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Honda Civic78,524 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX08 XMV
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,204cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2025 174,469 miles

Nearside Front Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Mar 2024 165,009 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 3 Mar 2023 154,131 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2023 154,131 miles

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

Pass 10 Mar 2022 147,148 miles

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

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Mar 2021 138,564 miles

height sensor on rear axle has a broken link

Pass 24 Feb 2020 131,425 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2020 131,425 miles

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

Pass 16 Mar 2019 122,475 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Mar 2018 112,610 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2018 112,610 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 8 Mar 2017 102,704 miles

both rear tyres worn close to wear bars and worn on inner and outer edges

Pass 10 Mar 2016 87,498 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2015 64,190 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2014 43,492 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)

nearside rear tyre split

Pass 1 Mar 2013 36,471 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2013 36,471 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 6 Mar 2012 29,085 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 25 Feb 2011 22,408 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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EX08 XMV is a 2008 Honda Civic in Grey with a 2,204cc diesel 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 EX08 XMV, 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.

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What year was EX08 XMV registered?

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

Is EX08 XMV safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX08 XMV 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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