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LD08 GWN

2008 Honda Civic

Blue Diesel 2204cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Sep 2022
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

191,290 mi
Last recorded191,290 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2021
Typical for 2008 Honda Civic78,524 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLD08 GWN
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,204cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2021 191,290 miles

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

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

Fail 15 Sep 2021 191,279 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

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

Pass 11 Nov 2020 188,766 miles

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

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

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

Fail 16 Oct 2020 188,556 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Body component damaged and likely to cause injury mirror unit (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))

Nearside Front bumper corner loose

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Apr 2019 173,362 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 20 Mar 2018 167,553 miles

Front Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

both front arch liners missing exposing rear of front light units

obligatory mirror outer damaged

offside side repeater taped on to damaged mirror outer

Pass 23 Mar 2017 161,402 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 19 Apr 2016 150,857 miles

Valve stem slightly damaged all road wheel- valve stems have slight damage/perishing (4.1.D.1e)

Fail 19 Apr 2016 150,857 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect poor beam image-incorrect bulbs fitted for vehicle- no cleaning device fitted (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect poor beam image-incorrect bulbs fitted for vehicle- no cleaning device fitted (1.8.A.1b)

Valve stem slightly damaged all road wheel- valve stems have slight damage/perishing (4.1.D.1e)

Pass 15 Apr 2015 138,409 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2014 127,765 miles

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

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 14 Apr 2014 127,760 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 6 Apr 2013 114,261 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2012 107,532 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 92,609 miles

Noted drivers seat has resrivted movement .

Fail 12 Apr 2011 92,609 miles

Noted drivers seat has resrivted movement .

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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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LD08 GWN is a 2008 Honda Civic in Blue with a 2,204cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 LD08 GWN, 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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LD08 GWN is a 2008 Honda Civic, first registered on 20 March 2008.

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