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G7 EXL

2008 Honda Civic

Silver Petrol 1799cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Dec 2026
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

69,977 mi
Last recorded69,977 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Honda Civic78,524 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG7 EXL
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,799cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2025 69,977 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing manufactured 2013 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

underneath /suspension components off vehicle has age related corrosion

Fail 3 Dec 2025 69,911 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing manufactured 2013 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

underneath /suspension components off vehicle has age related corrosion

Pass 4 Dec 2024 64,877 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Nov 2023 60,196 miles

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

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))

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

Pass 9 Dec 2022 55,318 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2021 50,013 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Dec 2020 45,613 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2019 43,046 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 22 Nov 2018 36,178 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2018 36,176 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Dec 2017 49,525 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2017 29,953 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2017 29,953 miles

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

Pass 29 Feb 2016 28,441 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2015 26,243 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2014 24,682 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2013 22,331 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2012 19,942 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2011 18,014 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2011 18,014 miles

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

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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G7 EXL is a 2008 Honda Civic in Silver with a 1,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 G7 EXL, 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 G7 EXL registered?

G7 EXL is a 2008 Honda Civic, first registered on 19 February 2008.

Is G7 EXL safe to buy?

The MOT history for G7 EXL shows 20 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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