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LE57 FKG

2008 Honda Civic

Red Diesel 2204cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Mar 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

174,224 mi
Last recorded174,224 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2025
Typical for 2008 Honda Civic78,524 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLE57 FKG
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,204cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Feb 2025 174,224 miles

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

Offside Front door handle damage

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

cover sills shields

Pass 6 Mar 2024 167,550 miles

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

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

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

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

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

cover sills shields

shields

Fail 1 Mar 2024 167,464 miles

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

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

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

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

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

cover sills shields

shields

Pass 2 Mar 2023 159,027 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 4 Mar 2022 150,247 miles

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

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

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

Fail 4 Mar 2022 150,247 miles

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

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

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

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 2 Mar 2021 140,694 miles

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

cover sills shields

Fail 2 Mar 2021 140,694 miles

Fuel pipe leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

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

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

cover sills shields

Pass 2 Mar 2020 132,735 miles

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

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

cover sills shields

Pass 1 Mar 2019 128,282 miles

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

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

cover sills shields

Pass 31 Jan 2018 126,187 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2017 124,935 miles

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

cover sills and shields

Pass 8 Dec 2015 121,354 miles

Emissions below recordable levels

Engine cover and undertrays fitted

Front tyres wearing outer edges

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

Rear tyres perishing

Pass 3 Dec 2014 117,518 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2013 113,956 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2012 99,366 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2011 86,833 miles

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

Pass 8 Dec 2011 86,833 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2010 65,812 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

o/s wiper split.

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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LE57 FKG is a 2008 Honda Civic in Red with a 2,204cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 LE57 FKG, 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 LE57 FKG registered?

LE57 FKG is a 2008 Honda Civic, first registered on 22 January 2008.

Is LE57 FKG safe to buy?

The MOT history for LE57 FKG shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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