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FM08 CPY

2008 Honda Civic

Silver Diesel 2204cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jul 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

38,868 mi
Last recorded38,868 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Honda Civic78,524 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM08 CPY
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,204cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2026 38,868 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2025 38,070 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2024 36,792 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2023 35,016 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2022 33,298 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2021 31,349 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2021 31,349 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 20 Jul 2020 29,793 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2019 28,100 miles

Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

Pass 24 Jul 2018 26,120 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2017 24,214 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2016 22,398 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2015 20,273 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2014 18,248 miles

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

cut in o/s/f tyre tread.

Pass 23 Jul 2013 14,999 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2012 11,882 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2011 8,958 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 CPY is a 2008 Honda Civic in Silver with a 2,204cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 FM08 CPY, 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

How do I check the history of FM08 CPY?

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What year was FM08 CPY registered?

FM08 CPY is a 2008 Honda Civic, first registered on 24 July 2008.

Is FM08 CPY safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM08 CPY shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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