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FH08 ZRY

2008 Honda Civic

Blue Diesel 2204cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 May 2027
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

205,422 mi
Last recorded205,422 miles
Recorded on16 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Honda Civic78,524 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH08 ZRY
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,204cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 May 2026 205,422 miles

Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive around axel mountings (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive around axel mountings (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn both sides (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Pass 13 May 2025 198,163 miles

Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced radiator support bracket corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

vehicle has surface rust under body

Pass 13 May 2024 189,412 miles

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

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

Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Both front (5.3.2 (b))

Suspension components are corroded

Pass 15 May 2023 179,805 miles

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

Front vehicle has surface rust under body

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

Pass 28 Oct 2019 179,503 miles

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Fail 28 Oct 2019 179,503 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 10 Oct 2018 168,495 miles

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

Fail 10 Oct 2018 168,494 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 20 Oct 2017 157,773 miles

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

undertrays fitted

Pass 18 Jun 2016 147,070 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2015 138,974 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2014 128,246 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2014 128,246 miles

Front registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Fail 22 Jun 2013 110,373 miles

Nearside Inner Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Outer Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 22 Jun 2013 110,373 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2012 88,140 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 2 Jun 2012 88,140 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2011 65,636 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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FH08 ZRY is a 2008 Honda Civic in Blue with a 2,204cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 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 FH08 ZRY, 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 FH08 ZRY registered?

FH08 ZRY is a 2008 Honda Civic, first registered on 28 June 2008.

Is FH08 ZRY safe to buy?

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