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FM08 CDZ

2008 Honda Civic

Black Diesel 2204cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2022
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

166,791 mi
Last recorded166,791 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2021
Typical for 2008 Honda Civic78,524 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM08 CDZ
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,204cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2021 166,791 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2020 163,354 miles

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

rear seat belts not checked

Pass 3 May 2019 159,569 miles

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

Fail 3 May 2019 159,569 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Apr 2018 155,564 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2017 136,794 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 7 May 2016 126,204 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 5 May 2016 126,122 miles

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

Offside Front Side repeater has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.4.A.2c)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Front mirror body damaged

Pass 4 Jun 2015 114,338 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2014 101,406 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2013 88,939 miles

Both tyres worn to edges; appear to be of dual cut tread depth type

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

Pass 17 Jun 2013 88,939 miles

Both tyres worn to edges; appear to be of dual cut tread depth type

Pass 3 Jul 2012 82,724 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2012 82,724 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 31 May 2011 60,160 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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FM08 CDZ is a 2008 Honda Civic in Black with a 2,204cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 FM08 CDZ, 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 FM08 CDZ registered?

FM08 CDZ is a 2008 Honda Civic, first registered on 30 June 2008.

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