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KU08 KUW

2008 Honda Civic

Silver Petrol 1799cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jan 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

111,248 mi
Last recorded111,248 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Honda Civic78,524 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU08 KUW
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,799cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2026 111,248 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tread depth 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tread depth 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 12 Jan 2026 111,248 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tread depth 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tread depth 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Jan 2025 90,133 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both front brake pads wearing low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tires wearing on edges of tread (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear tires perished and cracking through tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front number plate in poor condition (0.1 (b))

Pass 16 Jan 2024 81,179 miles

Undertrays fitted

Fail 16 Jan 2024 81,179 miles

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

Undertrays fitted

Pass 27 Jan 2023 79,064 miles

outer sill covers fitted

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

floor pan covers fitted

Fail 26 Jan 2023 79,062 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

floor pan covers fitted

outer sill covers fitted

Pass 26 Jan 2022 75,660 miles

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

Pass 27 Jan 2021 73,999 miles

Undertrays fitted

Pass 16 Jan 2020 72,267 miles

Coolant level low

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Undertrays fitted

Pass 23 Jan 2019 69,469 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

covers & under trays fitted

Pass 9 Jan 2018 65,352 miles

covers & under trays fitted

Pass 23 Jan 2017 62,231 miles

covers & under trays fitted

Pass 26 Jan 2016 58,912 miles

floor pan covers fitted

outer sill covers fitted

Pass 21 Jan 2015 55,677 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 Jan 2014 52,251 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2013 49,267 miles

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

both rear tyres slighty misshaped

Pass 20 Jan 2012 44,840 miles

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

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 27 Jan 2011 33,617 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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KU08 KUW is a 2008 Honda Civic in Silver with a 1,799cc 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 KU08 KUW, 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 KU08 KUW registered?

KU08 KUW is a 2008 Honda Civic, first registered on 14 March 2008.

Is KU08 KUW safe to buy?

The MOT history for KU08 KUW 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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