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GL08 DVC

2008 Honda Civic

Black Petrol 1799cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Dec 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

139,150 mi
Last recorded139,150 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Honda Civic78,524 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL08 DVC
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,799cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2025 139,150 miles

Rear Coil spring corroded both rear springs corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened axle starting to show corrosion (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 28 Nov 2025 139,150 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Coil spring corroded both rear springs corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened axle starting to show corrosion (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Dec 2024 134,042 miles

Front both front tyres are on 3mm and wearing on inner edges

Rear Coil spring corroded both rear springs corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened axle starting to show corrosion (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Dec 2023 129,985 miles

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

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened axle starting to show corrosion (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Dec 2022 125,879 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2021 121,083 miles

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

Pass 1 Dec 2020 116,374 miles

Front both ant-roll bar linkage ball joint dust covers slightly deteriorated

Front both tyres starting to wear inner edges slightly

Pass 5 Jun 2019 109,051 miles

Front both tyres on approx 3mm and slight wear to inner edges

all tyres just starting to show age cracks

Pass 7 Jun 2018 103,589 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Jun 2017 98,486 miles
Pass 23 May 2016 96,154 miles
Fail 23 May 2016 96,154 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 9 Jun 2015 83,295 miles
Pass 31 May 2014 67,404 miles
Fail 19 May 2013 51,564 miles

Both n/s/f and o/s/r tyre sidewalls perished

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

Pass 19 May 2013 51,564 miles

Both n/s/f and o/s/r tyre sidewalls perished

Pass 2 Jun 2012 39,576 miles

front brakes only just within balance tolerence

Pass 31 May 2011 28,789 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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GL08 DVC is a 2008 Honda Civic in Black with a 1,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 GL08 DVC, 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 GL08 DVC registered?

GL08 DVC is a 2008 Honda Civic, first registered on 17 June 2008.

Is GL08 DVC safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL08 DVC shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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