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LB57 WVJ

2008 Honda Civic

Red Hybrid electric (clean) 1339cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Apr 2027
Tests24 (17 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate70.8%

Mileage

128,870 mi
Last recorded128,870 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Honda Civic78,524 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB57 WVJ
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeHybrid electric (clean)
Engine1,339cc

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MOT History

17 pass 7 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2026 128,870 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 2 Apr 2026 128,868 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure modified such that structural rigidity is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 14 Feb 2025 126,294 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 14 Feb 2025 126,294 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Pass 12 Feb 2024 121,445 miles

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

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

Fail 12 Feb 2024 121,445 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

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

Offside Front Inner gaitor twisted

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

Pass 9 Feb 2023 115,919 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 10 Feb 2022 111,235 miles

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

Fail 10 Feb 2022 111,233 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 11 Feb 2021 105,577 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2021 105,571 miles

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint excessively worn (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 7 Feb 2020 100,166 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2019 94,566 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

nail on tyre o/s/r

undertrayfitted//

Pass 20 Jan 2018 87,658 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2017 81,938 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2016 76,822 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

under cover fitted

Fail 23 Feb 2016 76,822 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Side repeater excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

under cover fitted

Pass 20 Feb 2015 69,888 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2014 60,941 miles

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

Pass 28 Feb 2013 51,481 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2013 51,239 miles

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

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 Feb 2013 51,239 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Jan 2012 41,323 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2011 30,581 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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LB57 WVJ is a 2008 Honda Civic in Red with a 1,339cc hybrid electric (clean) engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.8%.

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 LB57 WVJ, 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 LB57 WVJ registered?

LB57 WVJ is a 2008 Honda Civic, first registered on 29 January 2008.

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