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FX08 UBY

2008 Honda Civic

Orange Diesel 2204cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2025
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

145,172 mi
Last recorded145,172 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2024
Typical for 2008 Honda Civic78,524 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX08 UBY
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year2008
ColourOrange
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,204cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2024 145,172 miles

General corrosion to underbody and rear suspension components.

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 14 Aug 2024 145,171 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded Flexi hose between body and axle (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Flexi hose between body and axle (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Outer Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Chassis area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Undertray damp

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Chassis area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Jul 2023 137,116 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush deteriorating (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing both edges and slight outer side wall damage (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush deteriorating (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 17 Jul 2023 137,116 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Amber warning illuminated on dash.

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush deteriorating (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing both edges and slight outer side wall damage (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush deteriorating (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Aug 2022 127,596 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2021 117,548 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2020 114,429 miles

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

Pass 20 Jun 2019 110,451 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 21 Jun 2018 105,847 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2017 101,222 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2017 101,220 miles

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

Pass 26 Aug 2016 90,808 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2016 90,806 miles

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

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

Pass 20 May 2015 79,307 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Jul 2014 75,106 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2013 63,249 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2012 59,022 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2011 50,460 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2010 36,817 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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FX08 UBY is a 2008 Honda Civic in Orange with a 2,204cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 FX08 UBY, 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 FX08 UBY registered?

FX08 UBY is a 2008 Honda Civic, first registered on 31 March 2008.

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