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J5 AVL

2008 Honda Civic

Red Petrol 1339cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Feb 2022
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

51,050 mi
Last recorded51,050 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2021
Typical for 2008 Honda Civic78,524 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ5 AVL
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,339cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2021 51,050 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Rear Inner Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sills (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Fail 18 Feb 2021 51,050 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Rear Inner Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sills (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 20 Jan 2020 50,231 miles

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Feb 2019 48,896 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2018 47,526 miles

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

Pass 24 Jan 2017 45,766 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2017 45,766 miles

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

Pass 10 Feb 2016 44,237 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2016 44,237 miles

Offside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement link cover (2.4.G.2)

Pass 24 Feb 2015 42,155 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2014 39,584 miles

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

Pass 7 Feb 2013 37,693 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2013 37,693 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 1 Feb 2012 35,057 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2012 35,057 miles

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 17 Mar 2011 32,976 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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J5 AVL is a 2008 Honda Civic in Red with a 1,339cc petrol 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 J5 AVL, 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 J5 AVL registered?

J5 AVL is a 2008 Honda Civic, first registered on 27 March 2008.

Is J5 AVL safe to buy?

The MOT history for J5 AVL 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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