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KX08 CAU

2008 Honda Civic

Blue Petrol 1799cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Dec 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

53,142 mi
Last recorded53,142 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Honda Civic78,524 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKX08 CAU
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,799cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2025 53,142 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2024 52,002 miles

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Nov 2023 50,288 miles

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Nov 2022 48,671 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2021 46,922 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2021 46,908 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Sep 2020 46,297 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2019 44,022 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2018 41,273 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2018 41,272 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Sep 2017 37,366 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2016 32,843 miles

Front windscreen washers - provided sufficient washer liquid at time of inspection

slight corrosion to some underbody components and panels

undercarriage trays / sill guards / splash guards / heat shields / engine covers / component covers obscuring some prescribed areas and or items

Pass 7 Sep 2015 28,695 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2014 24,259 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Jul 2013 19,927 miles

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 18 Aug 2012 15,820 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2011 11,477 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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KX08 CAU is a 2008 Honda Civic in Blue with a 1,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 KX08 CAU, 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 KX08 CAU registered?

KX08 CAU is a 2008 Honda Civic, first registered on 1 July 2008.

Is KX08 CAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for KX08 CAU shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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