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FY08 YXT

2008 Honda Civic

Orange Diesel 2204cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Nov 2024
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

135,335 mi
Last recorded135,335 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2023
Typical for 2008 Honda Civic78,524 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY08 YXT
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year2008
ColourOrange
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,204cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2023 135,335 miles

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened many parts corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 17 Oct 2023 135,295 miles

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

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed both front tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened many parts corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Nov 2022 132,217 miles

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

damage to n/s

Pass 10 Nov 2021 128,766 miles

front and rear shockers and suspension mounting points in a rusty condition

Fail 27 Oct 2021 128,760 miles

Rear Axle fractured holed/corroded inner (5.1.1 (a)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

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

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

Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn both sides (5.1.2 (b) (i))

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

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive axle mounting area both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged both stepped inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 21 Oct 2020 124,176 miles

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

Pass 1 Nov 2019 108,194 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2019 108,194 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 29 Oct 2018 89,672 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2018 89,672 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Oct 2017 77,181 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2016 69,278 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2015 63,634 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2014 57,252 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2013 51,056 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2012 44,854 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2012 44,854 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 6 Jan 2012 35,119 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2011 29,861 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 YXT 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 73.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YXT, 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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FY08 YXT is a 2008 Honda Civic, first registered on 29 March 2008.

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