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FP08 JGX

2008 Honda Civic

Black Petrol 1799cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Aug 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

176,219 mi
Last recorded176,219 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2026
Typical for 2008 Honda Civic78,524 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP08 JGX
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,799cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2026 176,219 miles

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

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) and (Offside)

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

Pass 1 Sep 2025 161,809 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 29 Aug 2024 144,021 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Aug 2023 128,034 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin recommend full brake check (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 11 Aug 2023 128,034 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Brake pad(s) wearing thin recommend full brake check (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Aug 2022 110,900 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2021 95,204 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2020 87,151 miles
Pass 1 May 2019 77,880 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2018 70,192 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

both front tyres wearing on inner edges

Fail 25 Apr 2018 70,192 miles

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

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

both front tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 25 Apr 2017 62,125 miles
Pass 4 May 2016 52,834 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2015 45,929 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Apr 2014 38,395 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2013 31,490 miles

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 25 Apr 2013 31,490 miles

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 17 Apr 2012 22,828 miles
Pass 4 May 2011 18,229 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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FP08 JGX is a 2008 Honda Civic in Black with a 1,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 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 FP08 JGX, 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

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What year was FP08 JGX registered?

FP08 JGX is a 2008 Honda Civic, first registered on 17 April 2008.

Is FP08 JGX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP08 JGX shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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