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LA08 SGZ

2008 Honda Civic

Silver Hybrid electric (clean) 1339cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2026
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

186,606 mi
Last recorded186,606 miles
Recorded on16 May 2025
Typical for 2008 Honda Civic78,524 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA08 SGZ
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeHybrid electric (clean)
Engine1,339cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 16 May 2025 186,606 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both Side (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 6 May 2024 174,112 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge cracking and perished (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

underside of vehicle has underseal

undertrays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 Mar 2023 172,711 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch both ()

Pass 14 Mar 2022 165,395 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2021 156,345 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2020 152,543 miles

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

Pass 20 Mar 2019 147,625 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2018 143,848 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2017 140,241 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2016 137,365 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2015 134,171 miles

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 8 Mar 2014 132,352 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2013 130,790 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 11 Jun 2012 110,296 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2011 84,299 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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LA08 SGZ is a 2008 Honda Civic in Silver with a 1,339cc hybrid electric (clean) engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 SGZ, 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 LA08 SGZ registered?

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

Is LA08 SGZ safe to buy?

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