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FV08 NZJ

2008 Honda Civic

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Dec 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

84,172 mi
Last recorded84,172 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Honda Civic78,524 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV08 NZJ
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Nov 2025 84,172 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2024 83,235 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2023 81,333 miles

Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Dec 2022 77,791 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2021 75,755 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2020 72,698 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 25 Nov 2020 72,698 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Offside Rear Inner Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Jul 2019 67,076 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Jun 2018 59,466 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2017 54,370 miles

Coolant leak ()

Pass 1 Jun 2016 49,596 miles
Pass 23 May 2015 43,521 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 May 2014 36,189 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2013 31,274 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 25,713 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2011 20,683 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 NZJ is a 2008 Honda Civic in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 NZJ, 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 NZJ registered?

FV08 NZJ is a 2008 Honda Civic, first registered on 10 June 2008.

Is FV08 NZJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV08 NZJ shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FV08 NZJ have outstanding finance?

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