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FD08 ETJ

2008 Honda Civic

Bronze Diesel 2204cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Dec 2020
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

115,477 mi
Last recorded115,477 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2019
Typical for 2008 Honda Civic78,524 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD08 ETJ
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year2008
ColourBronze
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,204cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2019 115,477 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2018 107,678 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2017 98,062 miles

o/s/f foglight not working

Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush both sides (2.4.G.2)

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

engine/underside and outer sills covers fitted

exhaust corroded at fittings

n/s and o/s rear brake pipe unions corroded

Fail 1 Nov 2017 98,062 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

Offside Side repeater missing (1.4.A.2b)

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush both sides (2.4.G.2)

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

engine/underside and outer sills covers fitted

exhaust corroded at fittings

n/s and o/s rear brake pipe unions corroded

o/s/f foglight not working

Pass 1 Nov 2016 92,126 miles

Both front tyres worn on edges

under body tray loose

Fail 1 Nov 2016 92,124 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Both front tyres worn on edges

under body tray loose

Pass 5 Nov 2015 85,401 miles

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

Pass 1 Nov 2014 76,829 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2013 62,494 miles

front tyres cracked in tread pattern.

Pass 7 Nov 2012 48,213 miles

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

Fail 21 May 2012 46,241 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)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 21 May 2012 46,241 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)

Pass 20 May 2011 38,071 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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FD08 ETJ is a 2008 Honda Civic in Bronze with a 2,204cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 FD08 ETJ, 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 FD08 ETJ registered?

FD08 ETJ is a 2008 Honda Civic, first registered on 22 May 2008.

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