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GF08 MUB

2008 Honda Civic

Grey Diesel 2204cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jul 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

135,894 mi
Last recorded135,894 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2025
Typical for 2008 Honda Civic78,524 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF08 MUB
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,204cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2025 135,894 miles

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Jul 2024 132,040 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2024 132,040 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 29 Dec 2023 129,870 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2022 126,823 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2022 123,981 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2021 122,550 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2021 120,620 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2020 118,465 miles

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

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 1 Jul 2019 109,288 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides. (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Jul 2018 100,770 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2017 88,390 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2016 77,151 miles

advise plastic under shield prevents full inspection.

advise rear brake discs deteriorated.

Pass 25 Mar 2015 62,921 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

rear tyres have small cracks in tread

Pass 2 Apr 2014 50,176 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2014 49,810 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Pass 3 Apr 2013 38,727 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2013 38,500 miles

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

Pass 30 Mar 2012 30,994 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2011 14,863 miles

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

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

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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GF08 MUB is a 2008 Honda Civic in Grey with a 2,204cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 GF08 MUB, 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 GF08 MUB registered?

GF08 MUB is a 2008 Honda Civic, first registered on 29 March 2008.

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