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KJ08 MVH

2008 Honda Civic

Black Petrol 2204cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Oct 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

155,327 mi
Last recorded155,327 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Honda Civic78,524 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKJ08 MVH
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,204cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2025 155,327 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2024 140,769 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2023 132,648 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2022 123,178 miles

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 4 Oct 2021 116,370 miles

park brake 18%

Pass 30 Sep 2020 111,556 miles

front tyres worn

Pass 19 Sep 2019 105,231 miles

park brake 16%

Pass 21 Sep 2018 100,256 miles

park brake 17%

Pass 20 Sep 2017 92,469 miles

front tyres worn

oil on min

Fail 19 Sep 2017 92,462 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

front tyres worn

oil on min

Pass 30 Sep 2016 86,341 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2015 78,865 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2014 68,758 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

front brakes worn

rear brakes worn and fluctuating

Fail 19 Sep 2014 68,758 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

front brakes worn

rear brakes worn and fluctuating

Pass 15 Oct 2013 57,279 miles

n/s/r brake fluctuating

oil leaks

Fail 16 Oct 2012 48,503 miles

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

Pass 16 Oct 2012 48,503 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2012 44,514 miles

Oil leak

Pass 26 May 2011 34,488 miles

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

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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KJ08 MVH is a 2008 Honda Civic in Black with a 2,204cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 KJ08 MVH, 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

How do I check the history of KJ08 MVH?

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What year was KJ08 MVH registered?

KJ08 MVH is a 2008 Honda Civic, first registered on 8 August 2008.

Is KJ08 MVH safe to buy?

The MOT history for KJ08 MVH shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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