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FG08 WDU

2008 Honda Civic

Black Electric 1339cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jun 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

140,565 mi
Last recorded140,565 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Honda Civic78,524 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG08 WDU
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeElectric
Engine1,339cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2026 140,565 miles

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

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

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

Pass 21 Dec 2024 132,309 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Fail 21 Dec 2024 132,309 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Dec 2023 125,808 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Oct 2022 120,145 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2021 112,155 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2021 112,153 miles

Offside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Pass 28 Feb 2020 107,514 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2019 100,916 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2018 94,426 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2017 92,514 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2016 87,316 miles

Nearside Front tyre slightly damaged

Pass 12 Dec 2015 80,868 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2015 68,203 miles

Nearside Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.E.2b)

Pass 13 Mar 2015 74,609 miles

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

Pass 13 Mar 2014 66,028 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 2 Mar 2013 59,993 miles

Outer An item not tested (Manual)

Pass 2 Mar 2013 59,993 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2012 54,913 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2011 50,951 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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 WDU is a 2008 Honda Civic in Black with a 1,339cc electric engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 WDU, 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 WDU registered?

FG08 WDU is a 2008 Honda Civic, first registered on 11 April 2008.

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