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LC08 VXV

2008 Honda Civic

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Nov 2026
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

139,517 mi
Last recorded139,517 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Honda Civic78,524 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC08 VXV
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2025 139,517 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge x2 (5.2.3 (e))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both side sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Rear Coil spring corroded x2 (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear axel corroded

Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security front to rear (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 20 Sep 2024 136,716 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Coil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both inner and outersills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear axle (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

under vehicle corroded

Fail 13 Sep 2024 136,665 miles

Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Coil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both inner and outersills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear axle (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

under vehicle corroded

Pass 15 Sep 2023 133,004 miles

Coil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both inner and outersill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear axle corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

under vehicle covers

Pass 28 Jul 2022 130,158 miles

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

Rear Coil spring corroded n/s and o/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))

outer sill covers fitted

Fail 28 Jul 2022 130,158 miles

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Coil spring corroded n/s and o/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))

outer sill covers fitted

Pass 7 Aug 2021 124,245 miles

slight surface corrosion underbody

Pass 5 Aug 2020 122,223 miles

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

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

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

Pass 27 May 2019 108,789 miles

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

Pass 28 May 2018 99,325 miles

Rear tyre treads cracked

Pass 3 May 2017 90,723 miles
Pass 11 May 2016 82,044 miles
Fail 11 May 2016 82,044 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 27 May 2015 78,558 miles
Fail 26 May 2015 78,558 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 May 2014 72,403 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 10 May 2014 72,403 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 23 Feb 2013 61,004 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2012 48,545 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2012 48,545 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Fail 13 May 2011 45,061 miles

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Pass 13 May 2011 45,061 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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LC08 VXV is a 2008 Honda Civic in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 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 LC08 VXV, 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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LC08 VXV is a 2008 Honda Civic, first registered on 13 May 2008.

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