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HT08 CJV

2008 Honda Civic

Red Diesel 2204cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Feb 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

136,453 mi
Last recorded136,453 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Honda Civic78,524 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHT08 CJV
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,204cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2026 136,453 miles

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

Pass 22 Feb 2025 132,296 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2024 127,833 miles

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

Pass 9 Feb 2023 122,555 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2022 117,253 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2021 110,913 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2020 105,907 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2019 98,935 miles

Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play Offside front drop link (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Feb 2018 91,118 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2017 83,649 miles

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

Fail 23 Jan 2017 83,649 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

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

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

Pass 24 Feb 2016 83,074 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2016 83,074 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Feb 2015 82,496 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 25 Feb 2014 81,599 miles

both rear tyres slightly perished

Pass 8 Feb 2013 80,208 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2012 79,294 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2012 79,294 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Fail 4 Jul 2011 69,961 miles

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 4 Jul 2011 69,961 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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HT08 CJV is a 2008 Honda Civic in Red with a 2,204cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 HT08 CJV, 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 HT08 CJV registered?

HT08 CJV is a 2008 Honda Civic, first registered on 7 August 2008.

Is HT08 CJV safe to buy?

The MOT history for HT08 CJV shows 20 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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