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LA08 DXK

2008 Honda Civic

Black Petrol 1339cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Feb 2027
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

87,994 mi
Last recorded87,994 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Honda Civic78,524 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA08 DXK
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,339cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2026 87,994 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2026 87,994 miles

Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Feb 2025 86,548 miles

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

Pass 13 Feb 2024 85,684 miles

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

Pass 8 Feb 2023 85,350 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2023 85,348 miles

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))

Pass 10 Feb 2022 85,067 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2022 85,067 miles

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

Pass 19 Feb 2021 84,794 miles

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

Fail 18 Feb 2021 84,793 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Feb 2020 84,159 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2019 79,112 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2018 75,729 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2018 75,727 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 20 Feb 2017 67,588 miles

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

Pass 13 Feb 2016 56,679 miles

nearside rear tyre worn low on edges and has small cracks

Pass 16 Feb 2015 47,819 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2015 47,819 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 13 Feb 2014 39,315 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2013 30,841 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2012 20,865 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2011 16,809 miles

Brake pedal rubber worn

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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LA08 DXK is a 2008 Honda Civic in Black with a 1,339cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 LA08 DXK, 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 LA08 DXK?

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What year was LA08 DXK registered?

LA08 DXK is a 2008 Honda Civic, first registered on 23 July 2008.

Is LA08 DXK safe to buy?

The MOT history for LA08 DXK shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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