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GV08 XVC

2008 Honda Civic

Silver Diesel 2204cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2017
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

138,411 mi
Last recorded138,411 miles
Recorded on31 May 2016
Typical for 2008 Honda Civic78,524 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV08 XVC
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,204cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 May 2016 138,411 miles
Fail 31 May 2016 138,411 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 22 Jun 2015 121,101 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2014 106,230 miles

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

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

Pass 29 Jun 2013 91,955 miles

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 15 Jun 2012 74,440 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 26 May 2011 60,531 miles

undertrays fitted

rear brake discs heavily lipped and corroded

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 XVC is a 2008 Honda Civic in Silver with a 2,204cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 XVC, 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 XVC registered?

GV08 XVC is a 2008 Honda Civic, first registered on 9 June 2008.

Is GV08 XVC safe to buy?

The MOT history for GV08 XVC shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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