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GV08 XVR

2008 Honda Civic

Black Diesel 2204cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Nov 2021
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

132,825 mi
Last recorded132,825 miles
Recorded on16 Nov 2020
Typical for 2008 Honda Civic78,524 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV08 XVR
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,204cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Nov 2020 132,825 miles

engine cover and under tray fitted

Pass 17 May 2019 117,201 miles

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Fail 14 May 2019 117,122 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 10 May 2018 109,229 miles
Fail 9 May 2018 109,207 miles

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

Pass 24 Apr 2017 99,668 miles
Pass 12 May 2016 91,566 miles
Pass 12 May 2015 80,373 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2014 67,853 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 19 Apr 2013 56,867 miles
Pass 8 May 2012 45,915 miles
Pass 9 May 2011 33,487 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 XVR is a 2008 Honda Civic in Black with a 2,204cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 XVR, 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 XVR registered?

GV08 XVR is a 2008 Honda Civic, first registered on 17 May 2008.

Is GV08 XVR safe to buy?

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