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EX58 XLR

2008 Honda Civic

Blue Diesel 2204cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Mar 2027
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

145,562 mi
Last recorded145,562 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Honda Civic78,524 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX58 XLR
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,204cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2026 145,562 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive general underbody and sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 17 Mar 2026 145,562 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive general underbody and sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Jan 2025 136,636 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm + inner edge 225/45/17 y xl (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Jan 2024 134,161 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/45/17 w xl at 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn both rear beam bushes worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 23 Jan 2024 134,161 miles

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

Offside Front Position lamp not working llb 501 (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/45/17 w xl at 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps llb 501 (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn both rear beam bushes worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Jan 2023 131,002 miles

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 26 Jan 2022 127,562 miles

Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn rear beam bushes perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear 3mm 225/45/17 w xl (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Nov 2020 122,793 miles

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

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

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 3 Nov 2020 122,793 miles

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

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

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

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Oct 2019 119,175 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front 225/45/17 y (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 16 Oct 2019 119,173 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front 225/45/17 y (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Oct 2018 114,044 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front on inner edge 225/45/17 y Bridgestone (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 31 Oct 2017 107,782 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2017 107,782 miles

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

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 20 Jan 2017 102,902 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2017 102,902 miles

Offside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 26 Jan 2016 96,001 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2015 87,987 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2013 73,943 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2012 65,079 miles

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

Pass 13 Jul 2011 51,631 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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EX58 XLR is a 2008 Honda Civic in Blue with a 2,204cc diesel 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 EX58 XLR, 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 EX58 XLR registered?

EX58 XLR is a 2008 Honda Civic, first registered on 5 September 2008.

Is EX58 XLR safe to buy?

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