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HG08 FWU

2008 Honda Civic

Silver Petrol 1799cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Aug 2027
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

200,988 mi
Last recorded200,988 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2026
Typical for 2008 Honda Civic78,524 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG08 FWU
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,799cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2026 200,988 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2025 183,335 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Aug 2024 168,086 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

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

Fail 14 Aug 2024 168,086 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

Pass 21 Aug 2023 153,427 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/55 16 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 23 Aug 2022 133,698 miles

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

Offside Front fog light lens broken

Fail 19 Aug 2022 133,564 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

Offside Front Side repeater with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Inner Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front fog light lens broken

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Aug 2021 111,922 miles

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

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Aug 2020 101,641 miles

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

Pass 22 Aug 2019 89,082 miles

Offside Front fog light broken

Offside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 22 Aug 2019 89,082 miles

Offside Front fog light broken

Offside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 8 Aug 2018 79,326 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2018 79,326 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Aug 2017 70,751 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2016 62,720 miles

both rear tyres are feathered (205/55 zr16)

Fail 19 Jul 2016 62,720 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

both rear tyres are feathered (205/55 zr16)

Pass 31 Jul 2015 54,660 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Pass 12 Aug 2014 47,406 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2013 39,694 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2013 36,027 miles

All tyres are on 3mm

Pass 23 Apr 2012 26,186 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 12 Apr 2011 15,874 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 12 Apr 2011 15,874 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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HG08 FWU is a 2008 Honda Civic in Silver with a 1,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 HG08 FWU, 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 HG08 FWU registered?

HG08 FWU is a 2008 Honda Civic, first registered on 30 April 2008.

Is HG08 FWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for HG08 FWU shows 23 tests with a 73.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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