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FP08 NVO

2008 Honda Civic

Purple Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2025
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

131,263 mi
Last recorded131,263 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2024
Typical for 2008 Honda Civic78,524 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP08 NVO
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year2008
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2024 131,263 miles

Nearside Front Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

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

under body corroded

Fail 26 Mar 2024 131,263 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases mid box and pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Inner Position lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure side wall=225/35/19=88w (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

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

under body corroded

Pass 27 Mar 2023 124,258 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (Middle box slight leak also rear box corroded) (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (general corrosions underneath) (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 25 Mar 2023 124,258 miles

Front Track rod end seriously misaligned Both sides (2.1.3 (e))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (Middle box slight leak also rear box corroded) (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (general corrosions underneath) (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Mar 2022 121,606 miles

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

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 21 Mar 2022 121,644 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

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

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 26 Mar 2021 118,134 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2020 115,561 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2018 104,167 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2017 98,084 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2016 91,085 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 1 Nov 2016 91,085 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 7 Jan 2016 85,214 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2015 76,437 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Jun 2013 63,632 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2012 49,114 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2011 36,214 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2011 36,214 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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 NVO is a 2008 Honda Civic in Purple with a 1,998cc petrol 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 FP08 NVO, 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 FP08 NVO registered?

FP08 NVO is a 2008 Honda Civic, first registered on 28 April 2008.

Is FP08 NVO safe to buy?

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