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FE08 CLU

2008 Honda Civic

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2018
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

57,764 mi
Last recorded57,764 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2017
Typical for 2008 Honda Civic78,524 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE08 CLU
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2017 57,764 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2017 55,093 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm - 225/35r19 88y (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm - 225/35r19 88y (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Fail 17 Feb 2017 55,019 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm - 225/35r19 88y (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm - 225/35r19 88y (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Pass 13 Jan 2016 48,204 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2015 41,271 miles

small cut out of p/s/r outer sidewall

Fail 19 Jan 2015 41,271 miles

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Both front wipers starting not to clear screen and o/s/f torn slightly

small cut out of p/s/r outer sidewall

Pass 1 Apr 2014 36,803 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2013 32,156 miles

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

Pass 6 Apr 2012 27,113 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 27 Mar 2012 26,931 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 Mar 2011 20,988 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2011 20,988 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nail in offside rear tyre

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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FE08 CLU is a 2008 Honda Civic in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 FE08 CLU, 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 FE08 CLU registered?

FE08 CLU is a 2008 Honda Civic, first registered on 12 March 2008.

Is FE08 CLU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FE08 CLU shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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