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FT08 GFV

2008 Honda Civic

Black Diesel 2204cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2019
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

123,573 mi
Last recorded123,573 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2018
Typical for 2008 Honda Civic78,524 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFT08 GFV
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,204cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2018 123,573 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2017 116,195 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 21 Jul 2017 116,195 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 21 Jun 2016 108,139 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 21 Jun 2016 108,139 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3) DANGEROUS

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 8 Jun 2015 97,326 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 8 Jun 2015 97,326 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Jun 2014 81,382 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2013 64,355 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Jun 2012 48,673 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

Pass 23 Jun 2011 32,073 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2011 32,005 miles

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

Rear discs scorred

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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FT08 GFV is a 2008 Honda Civic in Black with a 2,204cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 FT08 GFV, 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 FT08 GFV registered?

FT08 GFV is a 2008 Honda Civic, first registered on 26 June 2008.

Is FT08 GFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FT08 GFV shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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