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HK57 SVU

2008 Honda Civic

Black Diesel 2204cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jan 2023
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

166,498 mi
Last recorded166,498 miles
Recorded on24 Dec 2021
Typical for 2008 Honda Civic78,524 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHK57 SVU
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,204cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Dec 2021 166,498 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 19 Jan 2021 158,301 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2020 158,298 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 6 Jun 2019 140,916 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2019 140,915 miles

Nearside Outer Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 1 May 2018 127,575 miles
Pass 4 May 2017 113,536 miles
Fail 4 May 2017 113,536 miles

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

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

Pass 12 May 2016 100,232 miles
Fail 12 May 2016 100,232 miles

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

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

Pass 12 May 2015 86,656 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2014 72,668 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2013 57,806 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2012 44,842 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 6 May 2011 28,504 miles
Fail 5 May 2011 28,504 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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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HK57 SVU is a 2008 Honda Civic in Black with a 2,204cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 HK57 SVU, 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 HK57 SVU registered?

HK57 SVU is a 2008 Honda Civic, first registered on 9 January 2008.

Is HK57 SVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for HK57 SVU shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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