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FV08 CLO

2008 Honda Civic

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jan 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

100,576 mi
Last recorded100,576 miles
Recorded on2 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Honda Civic78,524 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV08 CLO
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Jan 2026 100,576 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 16 Dec 2024 89,253 miles

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))

Pass 11 Jan 2024 82,329 miles

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

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

Offside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Sidewall perished. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 6 Jan 2023 78,941 miles

Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing BOTH (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 12 Jan 2022 76,943 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2021 75,666 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2020 72,144 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2019 63,188 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2018 49,425 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2018 49,425 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

Pass 3 Apr 2017 39,732 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2017 39,533 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2016 36,944 miles

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

Pass 11 Feb 2015 32,160 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2014 28,740 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2013 24,967 miles

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 9 Feb 2013 24,967 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2012 22,052 miles

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

Fail 15 Feb 2012 22,052 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 26 Feb 2011 19,112 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 CLO is a 2008 Honda Civic in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 CLO, 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 FV08 CLO registered?

FV08 CLO is a 2008 Honda Civic, first registered on 29 March 2008.

Is FV08 CLO safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV08 CLO shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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