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KV08 VHP

2008 Honda Civic

Black Diesel 2204cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2025
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

174,891 mi
Last recorded174,891 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2024
Typical for 2008 Honda Civic78,524 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV08 VHP
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,204cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2024 174,891 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Apr 2023 169,282 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2022 165,063 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2021 156,706 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Mar 2020 150,329 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2019 140,218 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2018 128,783 miles

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

Pass 16 Nov 2015 127,573 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2014 122,877 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front brake discs, runout.

Offside front tyre, nail in tread center.

Rear brake pads wearing.

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 6 Nov 2013 115,092 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2012 108,662 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2011 97,709 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2011 97,709 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 14 Jan 2011 76,583 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2011 76,583 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (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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KV08 VHP is a 2008 Honda Civic in Black with a 2,204cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 KV08 VHP, 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 KV08 VHP registered?

KV08 VHP is a 2008 Honda Civic, first registered on 28 March 2008.

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