MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
110,771 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect BOTH headlamps heavily misted effecting beam pattern (4.1.2 (c))
Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt CV boot split (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
Offside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced heavy corrosion o/s inner sill at exhaust mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
Nearside Rear Integral body structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering next to main axle mount n/s/r could possibly affect braking/ steering (6.1.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS
outer sill covers fitted to vehicle
rear reg plate deteriorating
Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Nearside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
Offside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
Offside Rear Inner Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
Coil spring corroded Offside and nearside rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Under trays fitted
Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Offside and nearside rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Coil spring corroded Offside and nearside rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Under trays fitted
Engine oil low
Nearside Side repeater has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.4.A.2c)
Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing Both (2.7.2a)
Under trays fitted
Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()
Engine oil low
Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
Nearside Side repeater has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.4.A.2c)
Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing Both (2.7.2a)
Under trays fitted
Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()
Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
Items removed from driver's view prior to test
Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
Items removed from driver's view prior to test
Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
both front tyres wearing on inner and outer edges
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FM08 SZL is a 2008 Honda Civic in Black with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.
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 SZL, 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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FM08 SZL is a 2008 Honda Civic, first registered on 4 August 2008.
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