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K20 XXC

2008 Honda Civic

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jun 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

44,140 mi
Last recorded44,140 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Honda Civic78,524 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK20 XXC
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2026 44,140 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 9 Mar 2026 44,071 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill axle mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Mar 2025 41,464 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Suspension components corroded and chassis

Fail 5 Mar 2025 41,453 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre(s) with different aspect ratios are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Suspension components corroded and chassis

Pass 29 Nov 2023 40,710 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front tyres measured at 2mm. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Jun 2022 36,799 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2021 36,107 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all x 4 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 5 Feb 2020 35,754 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2019 32,485 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer shoulder wear (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Jan 2018 28,996 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2017 25,675 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2016 22,608 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2015 19,381 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2013 15,509 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2012 12,854 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Dec 2011 8,895 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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K20 XXC is a 2008 Honda Civic in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 K20 XXC, 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 K20 XXC registered?

K20 XXC is a 2008 Honda Civic, first registered on 24 December 2008.

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