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FG08 VEU

2008 Honda Civic

Blue Petrol 1799cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Sep 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

114,602 mi
Last recorded114,602 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Honda Civic78,524 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG08 VEU
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,799cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2025 114,602 miles

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

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

Fail 25 Sep 2025 114,586 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect lens deteriorated (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect lens deteriorated (4.1.2 (c))

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

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

Pass 23 Sep 2024 109,635 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 23 Sep 2024 109,635 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 22 Sep 2023 106,135 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Sep 2022 101,778 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective faded (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Sep 2021 98,421 miles

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

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 22 Sep 2020 94,581 miles

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

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

Pass 24 Sep 2019 91,507 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front sidelight bulb is LED bulb and only 1 LED working

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

Pass 14 Aug 2018 86,116 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2017 81,357 miles

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

Oil leak Engine ()

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 23 Aug 2016 67,438 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)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 12 Aug 2015 52,334 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2014 40,450 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2014 36,428 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2013 29,412 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2012 22,439 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2011 15,264 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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FG08 VEU is a 2008 Honda Civic in Blue with a 1,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 FG08 VEU, 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 FG08 VEU registered?

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

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