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FG08 VFN

2008 Honda Civic

Silver Petrol 1799cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Apr 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

136,334 mi
Last recorded136,334 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Honda Civic78,524 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG08 VFN
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,799cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2026 136,334 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2025 120,942 miles
Pass 1 May 2024 109,915 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2023 100,651 miles

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

Pass 27 Apr 2022 90,962 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Apr 2021 80,852 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2020 73,003 miles

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

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 22 Mar 2019 60,983 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2018 54,171 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2018 54,171 miles

Nearside Headlamp cleaning device obviously defective (1.7.2)

Pass 24 Mar 2017 48,388 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2016 41,984 miles

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

Pass 25 Mar 2015 35,716 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2015 35,716 miles

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

Pass 25 Mar 2014 29,486 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2013 23,463 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2012 18,687 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)

Fail 20 Mar 2012 18,670 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 22 Mar 2011 12,817 miles

Sill covers & undertrays fitted

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 VFN is a 2008 Honda Civic in Silver with a 1,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 VFN, 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 VFN registered?

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

Is FG08 VFN safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG08 VFN shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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