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HG08 VAU

2008 Honda Civic

Blue Petrol 1799cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Feb 2027
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

140,928 mi
Last recorded140,928 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Honda Civic78,524 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG08 VAU
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,799cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2026 140,928 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2025 131,387 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread faded (0.1 (b))

Fail 7 Mar 2025 131,387 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre obviously under inflated both (5.2.3 (l))

Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread faded (0.1 (b))

Pass 5 Apr 2024 128,939 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2024 128,939 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 24 Nov 2022 127,325 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2021 127,018 miles

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

Fail 23 Nov 2021 127,018 miles

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

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

Rear fog lamp tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Apr 2019 112,288 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2018 106,631 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2017 103,409 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2017 103,409 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 18 Sep 2015 99,363 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2014 96,291 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2013 92,160 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 Jun 2012 88,986 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2011 82,070 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2011 82,070 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (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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HG08 VAU is a 2008 Honda Civic in Blue with a 1,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 VAU, 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 HG08 VAU registered?

HG08 VAU is a 2008 Honda Civic, first registered on 23 May 2008.

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