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GP08 DFX

2008 Honda Civic

Blue Petrol 1799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Feb 2022
Tests18 (11 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate61.1%

Mileage

176,341 mi
Last recorded176,341 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2021
Typical for 2008 Honda Civic78,524 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGP08 DFX
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,799cc

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MOT History

11 pass 7 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2021 176,341 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2020 170,876 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Feb 2019 155,891 miles

handbrake lever casing cracked

Fail 21 Feb 2019 155,891 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Rear Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

handbrake lever casing cracked

Pass 21 Feb 2018 136,601 miles

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Fail 21 Feb 2018 136,601 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively BOTH (8.2.2)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3MM (4.1.E.1)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 30 Mar 2017 120,851 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2016 105,986 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2016 105,986 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 1 Jun 2015 88,575 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2015 88,575 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 29 May 2014 76,155 miles
Fail 29 May 2014 76,155 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 30 May 2013 60,909 miles

offside rear tyre starting to wear low on outer edges.

Fail 29 May 2012 44,840 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 May 2012 44,840 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 Jun 2011 32,115 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2011 32,115 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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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GP08 DFX is a 2008 Honda Civic in Blue with a 1,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.1%.

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 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 GP08 DFX, 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 GP08 DFX registered?

GP08 DFX is a 2008 Honda Civic, first registered on 3 June 2008.

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