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GL08 OLG

2008 Honda Civic

Grey Petrol 1799cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Oct 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

47,014 mi
Last recorded47,014 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Honda Civic78,524 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL08 OLG
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,799cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2025 47,014 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2024 46,535 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2023 46,442 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2023 46,388 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 20 Oct 2022 46,170 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2021 46,077 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2020 45,982 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2019 45,835 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2018 45,288 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2017 43,073 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2016 38,176 miles

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

Pass 20 Oct 2015 33,288 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2014 27,830 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2014 25,942 miles
Pass 15 May 2013 21,396 miles

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)

Pass 31 May 2012 18,651 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2011 15,276 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 OLG is a 2008 Honda Civic in Grey 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 OLG, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GL08 OLG registered?

GL08 OLG is a 2008 Honda Civic, first registered on 14 June 2008.

Is GL08 OLG safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL08 OLG 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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