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GV08 GZX

2008 Honda Civic

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Nov 2026
Tests24 (15 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

113,877 mi
Last recorded113,877 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Honda Civic78,524 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV08 GZX
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 9 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2025 113,877 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2025 113,877 miles

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Nov 2024 108,622 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2023 104,813 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2023 104,813 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 5 Nov 2022 100,732 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2022 100,732 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 23 Nov 2021 96,826 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2021 96,826 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 4 Nov 2020 93,447 miles

Central Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

Fail 3 Nov 2020 93,447 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Central Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

Pass 26 Apr 2019 88,102 miles

Central Front Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Pass 3 May 2018 82,618 miles
Fail 3 May 2018 82,618 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Pass 27 Apr 2017 77,743 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2016 71,932 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2015 65,180 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 24 Apr 2015 65,180 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 58,538 miles

O/S/F tyre has cut outer side wall but not deep enough to reach inner ply/cord

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 24 Apr 2014 58,537 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

O/S/F tyre has cut outer side wall but not deep enough to reach inner ply/cord

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 1 May 2013 49,731 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2012 40,748 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2012 40,699 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Mar 2011 28,870 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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GV08 GZX is a 2008 Honda Civic in Black with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 GV08 GZX, 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 GV08 GZX registered?

GV08 GZX is a 2008 Honda Civic, first registered on 10 April 2008.

Is GV08 GZX safe to buy?

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