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GV08 FJN

2008 Honda Civic

Silver Petrol 1799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Apr 2026
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

95,665 mi
Last recorded95,665 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2025
Typical for 2008 Honda Civic78,524 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV08 FJN
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,799cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2025 95,665 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Fail 16 Apr 2025 95,428 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Pass 22 Apr 2024 84,597 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2024 84,593 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Apr 2023 68,666 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 22 Apr 2023 68,662 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Mar 2022 60,320 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing SIDEWALL (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 25 Feb 2021 58,705 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2020 56,705 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2019 53,178 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 9 Mar 2018 48,415 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Pass 15 Mar 2017 44,581 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2016 40,203 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2015 34,940 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2014 31,109 miles
Pass 13 May 2013 26,715 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Fail 13 May 2013 26,715 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Pass 30 Apr 2012 21,699 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2011 17,884 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2011 17,884 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

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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GV08 FJN is a 2008 Honda Civic in Silver with a 1,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 GV08 FJN, 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 GV08 FJN registered?

GV08 FJN is a 2008 Honda Civic, first registered on 15 May 2008.

Is GV08 FJN safe to buy?

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