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FG08 TXL

2008 Honda Civic

Black Petrol 1799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 May 2024
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

115,592 mi
Last recorded115,592 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2023
Typical for 2008 Honda Civic78,524 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG08 TXL
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,799cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2023 115,592 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2022 109,423 miles
Pass 4 May 2021 103,144 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2020 99,656 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2019 90,766 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Fail 9 Apr 2019 90,766 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both sides (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Pass 10 Apr 2018 82,713 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Apr 2017 73,457 miles

rear exhaust hanger broken

Fail 4 Apr 2017 73,457 miles

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

rear exhaust hanger broken

Pass 8 Apr 2016 62,375 miles

nsf, osf seat belts n/c , child seat's fitted

Pass 26 Mar 2015 52,313 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Mar 2014 44,981 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

slight smearing of windscreen by wipers

Pass 21 Mar 2013 41,836 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2012 39,005 miles

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

Pass 19 Mar 2011 31,559 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)

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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FG08 TXL is a 2008 Honda Civic in Black with a 1,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 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 FG08 TXL, 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

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What year was FG08 TXL registered?

FG08 TXL is a 2008 Honda Civic, first registered on 28 March 2008.

Is FG08 TXL safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG08 TXL shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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