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GU58 VRJ

2008 Honda Civic

Silver Petrol 1339cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jun 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

134,238 mi
Last recorded134,238 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Honda Civic78,524 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU58 VRJ
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,339cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2026 134,238 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2025 132,686 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2024 130,391 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 6 Sep 2023 122,686 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 2 Sep 2023 122,644 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Aug 2022 114,096 miles

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))

Pass 17 Aug 2021 103,509 miles

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

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 15 Aug 2020 93,650 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear. (6.1.2 (a))

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

Rear Exhaust mounting defective tailpipe. (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 16 Aug 2019 85,883 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Rear Silencer section (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Pass 13 Aug 2018 74,976 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 11 Aug 2018 74,963 miles

Rear Exhaust silencer insecure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

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

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

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

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

Pass 2 Aug 2017 64,265 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2017 64,265 miles

Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 2 Aug 2016 56,054 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2015 45,853 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2014 37,455 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2013 28,111 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

underside covers fitted obscuring some componants

Pass 28 Aug 2012 25,155 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

both front wiper blades worn

Pass 31 Aug 2011 19,026 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2011 19,026 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Fail 14 Jul 2011 18,156 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

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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GU58 VRJ is a 2008 Honda Civic in Silver with a 1,339cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 GU58 VRJ, 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 GU58 VRJ registered?

GU58 VRJ is a 2008 Honda Civic, first registered on 1 September 2008.

Is GU58 VRJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU58 VRJ shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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