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GL08 DVR

2008 Honda Civic

Silver Petrol 1799cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Mar 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

76,590 mi
Last recorded76,590 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Honda Civic78,524 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL08 DVR
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,799cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2026 76,590 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Feb 2025 71,715 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2024 69,094 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2023 65,836 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2022 62,872 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2021 60,358 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2020 59,112 miles

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

Fail 19 Feb 2020 59,112 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 7 Feb 2019 54,865 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2018 48,107 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Feb 2017 41,233 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2016 35,427 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2015 31,513 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Pass 15 Feb 2014 25,292 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2013 20,158 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2012 14,368 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 6 May 2011 11,608 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 DVR is a 2008 Honda Civic in Silver with a 1,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 DVR, 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 DVR registered?

GL08 DVR is a 2008 Honda Civic, first registered on 16 May 2008.

Is GL08 DVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL08 DVR shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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