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GJ08 HNB

2008 Honda Civic

Silver Petrol 1799cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Dec 2026
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

132,367 mi
Last recorded132,367 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Honda Civic78,524 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ08 HNB
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,799cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2025 132,367 miles

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

Pass 30 Nov 2024 129,206 miles

undertrays fitted/outersills

underbody corroded

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

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

Rear axle corroded

Pass 2 Dec 2023 126,951 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))

under trays fitted

Pass 3 Dec 2022 125,248 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 2 Dec 2021 122,716 miles

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Nov 2020 120,544 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2020 120,497 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Rear Exhaust heatshielding loose

Pass 5 Dec 2019 118,300 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2019 113,679 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2018 109,539 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Fail 9 Feb 2018 109,539 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (1.1.C.1a)

Offside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (1.1.C.1a)

Pass 7 Mar 2017 103,171 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2016 94,191 miles

nail in nsr tyre

Pass 10 Mar 2015 84,093 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 10 Mar 2015 84,093 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Offside Outer Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Mar 2014 77,457 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 5 Mar 2014 77,314 miles

Offside Outer Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

child seats fitted in rear

Pass 6 Mar 2013 70,521 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Feb 2012 63,029 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2011 50,698 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front 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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GJ08 HNB 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 GJ08 HNB, 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 GJ08 HNB registered?

GJ08 HNB is a 2008 Honda Civic, first registered on 6 March 2008.

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