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J40 JVF

2008 Honda Civic

Blue Diesel 2204cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jun 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

127,426 mi
Last recorded127,426 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Honda Civic78,524 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ40 JVF
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,204cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2026 127,426 miles

Front & Rear Brake Discs Rusty/Corroded

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

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

Pass 28 Jun 2024 127,410 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2023 126,890 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 1 Jul 2022 124,210 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2021 121,242 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2020 117,095 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2019 111,386 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2018 108,933 miles

Front tyres worn on edges

Offside Rear cracked and perrished

Pass 21 Feb 2017 102,492 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2016 97,981 miles

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

Pass 14 Apr 2015 93,265 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2014 88,771 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2013 84,073 miles
Fail 30 May 2012 80,347 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 30 May 2012 80,347 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2011 60,725 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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J40 JVF is a 2008 Honda Civic in Blue with a 2,204cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 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 J40 JVF, 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 J40 JVF registered?

J40 JVF is a 2008 Honda Civic, first registered on 23 July 2008.

Is J40 JVF safe to buy?

The MOT history for J40 JVF shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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