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FV08 BKX

2008 Honda Civic

Red Diesel 2204cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jan 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

120,663 mi
Last recorded120,663 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2025
Typical for 2008 Honda Civic78,524 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV08 BKX
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,204cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2025 120,663 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source which obviously reduces light intensity Dull (4.2.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Oct 2023 112,160 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Oct 2022 103,701 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Hazy (4.1.4 (b))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Surface corrosion rear axle, spring mounting areas & nearside and offside rear axle mounting areas

Pass 27 Aug 2021 86,371 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Hazy (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 6 Aug 2020 77,468 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 6 Aug 2020 77,468 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 19 Jun 2019 72,324 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted

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

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

Fail 19 Jun 2019 72,324 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Engine covers and under trays fitted

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

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

Pass 22 Jun 2018 66,618 miles

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

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

Under trays fitted

Pass 26 Jun 2017 61,240 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Undertrays fitted

Pass 29 Apr 2016 53,205 miles

Front Brake pads look 2/3rds worn

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Tyre 2.5mm tread and inner edge wearing (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Tyre 3mm tread and inner edge wearing (4.1.E.1)

Undertrays fitted

Pass 27 Apr 2015 47,224 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2014 41,512 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2013 37,228 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2012 31,677 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2011 26,660 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 26 Apr 2011 26,660 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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FV08 BKX is a 2008 Honda Civic in Red with a 2,204cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 FV08 BKX, 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 FV08 BKX registered?

FV08 BKX is a 2008 Honda Civic, first registered on 30 April 2008.

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The MOT history for FV08 BKX shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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