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GF08 NFV

2008 Honda Civic

Black Petrol 1339cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Mar 2027
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

122,869 mi
Last recorded122,869 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Honda Civic78,524 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF08 NFV
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,339cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2026 122,869 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Offside Front Outer Direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 27 Feb 2026 122,869 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Offside Front Outer Direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Stop lamp(s) not working Both sides (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Feb 2025 108,370 miles

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

Pass 2 Mar 2024 83,537 miles

Covers Fitted On Sills (Inner & Outer) & Under-sealed

Engine Covers / Under-trays Fitted

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Nearside & Offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Under-chassis, Suspension, Exhaust & Brake components corroded.

Vehicle is Under-sealed.

Pass 2 Mar 2023 81,881 miles

Central Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 2 Mar 2023 81,881 miles

Central Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Oct 2021 80,575 miles

Central Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Fail 25 Oct 2021 80,575 miles

Central Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Pass 22 Oct 2020 78,897 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Fail 22 Oct 2020 78,897 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Pass 12 Apr 2019 75,806 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Fail 12 Apr 2019 75,806 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Pass 13 Apr 2018 73,415 miles

Nearside Front track road end has slightly play

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Rear exhaust bracket broken

Fail 13 Apr 2018 73,415 miles

Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Front track road end has slightly play

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Rear exhaust bracket broken

Pass 17 Mar 2017 70,397 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted obscuring some components

rear exhaust brackets broken

Pass 19 Mar 2016 62,001 miles

engine covers and undertrays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 9 Apr 2015 52,313 miles

Rear brake application uneven but not to point of failure. Advise inspection/repair

Pass 10 Apr 2014 43,345 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front brake discs lipped

front outer brake pads low inners not seen

o/s/r brake disc appears to of been very hot

Pass 11 Apr 2013 35,892 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 11 Apr 2013 35,892 miles

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 Apr 2012 28,661 miles

nearside rear tyre getting low on tread

Pass 18 Mar 2011 22,218 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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GF08 NFV is a 2008 Honda Civic in Black with a 1,339cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 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 GF08 NFV, 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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GF08 NFV is a 2008 Honda Civic, first registered on 12 April 2008.

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