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EX08 YLC

2008 Honda Civic

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Dec 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

115,861 mi
Last recorded115,861 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Honda Civic78,524 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX08 YLC
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2025 115,861 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear exhaust box slightly blowing (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 4 Dec 2025 115,818 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) light intensity significantly reduced (4.3.3 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) light intensity significantly reduced (4.3.3 (a) (ii))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear exhaust box slightly blowing (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 Dec 2024 104,850 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2023 96,225 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2023 92,250 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2022 87,168 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2021 79,603 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2020 76,643 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2019 67,272 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2018 60,356 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2017 53,299 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2016 46,720 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2015 39,192 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2014 33,054 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2013 27,706 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2012 22,689 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2011 17,685 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 YLC is a 2008 Honda Civic in Black with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 YLC, 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

How do I check the history of EX08 YLC?

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What year was EX08 YLC registered?

EX08 YLC is a 2008 Honda Civic, first registered on 3 March 2008.

Is EX08 YLC safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX08 YLC shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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