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GF08 XAV

2008 Honda Civic

Black Diesel 2204cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2019
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

133,136 mi
Last recorded133,136 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2018
Typical for 2008 Honda Civic78,524 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF08 XAV
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,204cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2018 133,136 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2017 111,982 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2017 111,981 miles

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

Pass 20 Jun 2016 91,905 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted

Fail 20 Jun 2016 91,905 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 9 Jun 2015 79,771 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2014 66,284 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Jun 2014 66,284 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2013 52,736 miles

Nearside front tyre has cuts in side walls

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 24 Apr 2013 52,736 miles

Nearside front tyre has cuts in side walls

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Apr 2012 41,236 miles

Front and rear brake discs worn

Pass 9 May 2011 22,487 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 XAV is a 2008 Honda Civic in Black with a 2,204cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 GF08 XAV, 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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What year was GF08 XAV registered?

GF08 XAV is a 2008 Honda Civic, first registered on 25 April 2008.

Is GF08 XAV safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF08 XAV shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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