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FY08 GDO

2008 Honda Civic

Blue Petrol 1339cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Mar 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

84,784 mi
Last recorded84,784 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Honda Civic78,524 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY08 GDO
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,339cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2026 84,784 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Mar 2025 83,045 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2024 82,709 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2023 81,247 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2023 81,247 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Mar 2022 79,460 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 15 Mar 2021 76,496 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2021 76,496 miles

Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 16 Mar 2020 74,384 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2019 69,548 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2019 69,548 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

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

Pass 12 Mar 2018 63,578 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2017 56,597 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

all four tyres worn close to legal limit

exhaust corroded around centre mounting

Pass 15 Mar 2016 49,623 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2015 44,725 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2014 40,122 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2013 34,632 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2012 28,594 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Mar 2011 22,272 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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FY08 GDO is a 2008 Honda Civic in Blue with a 1,339cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 FY08 GDO, 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 FY08 GDO registered?

FY08 GDO is a 2008 Honda Civic, first registered on 19 March 2008.

Is FY08 GDO safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY08 GDO shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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