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LA08 PDV

2008 Honda Civic

Red Other 1339cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Oct 2021
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

173,279 mi
Last recorded173,279 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2020
Typical for 2008 Honda Civic78,524 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA08 PDV
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeOther
Engine1,339cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2020 173,279 miles

Rear Service brake binding but not excessively Both (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 17 Oct 2019 167,255 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement anti roll bar bush (not links) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective corroded lenses weak beam image but just about passable (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

both inner and outer constant velocity boots on the offside of the vehicle are secured with inadequate cable ties

Pass 19 Oct 2018 160,287 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Fail 19 Oct 2018 160,287 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

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

Pass 23 Oct 2017 149,615 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2016 142,882 miles

slight drag nearside front brakes

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

Pass 28 Sep 2015 136,090 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit has a nail in it bridgestone turanza 195/65/15/ 91h (4.1.E.1)

Pass 20 Sep 2014 128,701 miles

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

Pass 8 Oct 2013 121,649 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2013 121,647 miles

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 24 May 2012 104,291 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2011 76,476 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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 PDV is a 2008 Honda Civic in Red with a 1,339cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 LA08 PDV, 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 LA08 PDV registered?

LA08 PDV is a 2008 Honda Civic, first registered on 30 July 2008.

Is LA08 PDV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LA08 PDV shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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